Bruschetta al Pomodoro

Name: Bruschetta al Pomodoro
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 loaf baguette, sliced; 4 medium ripe tomatoes, diced small; 12 leaves fresh basil, torn; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 2 tsp balsamic vinegar; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Crispy toasted bread topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic and olive oil. A bright, classic Italian appetizer.

25 minEasyServes 4180 cal/serving

Italian-AmericanAppetizerOvenVegetarian

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Ingredients

1 loaf baguette, sliced
4 medium ripe tomatoes, diced small
12 leaves fresh basil, torn
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp balsamic vinegar
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 425°F.
2

Arrange 1 loaf sliced baguette on a baking sheet and brush lightly with 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil.
3

Toast in oven for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.
4

Meanwhile, combine 4 medium diced small ripe tomatoes, 12 leaves torn fresh basil, 2 cloves minced garlic, remaining olive oil, 2 tsp balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
5

Let the tomato mixture sit for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
6

Spoon topping generously onto each toasted baguette slice.
7

Serve immediately while bread is still warm.

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What is Bruschetta al Pomodoro?

Crispy toasted bread topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic and olive oil. A bright, classic Italian appetizer. This reference files it under Italian-American appetizer: made in the oven, rated easy and about 25 minutes start to finish.

What oven temperature does Bruschetta al Pomodoro need?

For Bruschetta al Pomodoro, the oven is set to 425 F (about 220 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 7 minutes, in step 3.

How do I know when Bruschetta al Pomodoro is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 3: cook until golden and crispy.

Can I make Bruschetta al Pomodoro gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Bruschetta al Pomodoro is 1 loaf baguette, sliced. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How many calories are in Bruschetta al Pomodoro?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 180 calories, with 5 g protein, 22 g carbohydrate and 8 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 380 mg sodium.

How long does Bruschetta al Pomodoro keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Bruschetta al Pomodoro within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat covered in a 300 F oven until warmed through.

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