Best 10 Garlic And Cheese Bruschetta Recipes

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Garlic and cheese bruschetta is a flavorful Italian appetizer or snack that is sure to please a crowd. This classic dish combines the tangy taste of tomatoes, the sharp flavor of garlic, and the gooey richness of melted cheese on top of crispy toasted bread. With its vibrant colors and delicious aroma, bruschetta is a perfect way to start a meal or enjoy as a light bite. Whether you're hosting a party or simply want to treat yourself to a tasty snack, this article will guide you through the steps of creating the perfect garlic and cheese bruschetta.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC TOMATO BRUSCHETTA



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This appetizer or side dish makes a crispy complement to any Italian entree. I just started with my grandmother's bruschetta recipe and added fresh tomatoes! It's one of the yummiest bruschetta recipes I've found. -Jean Franzoni, Rutland, Vermont

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 medium tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced French bread

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine oil, basil, garlic, salt and pepper. Add tomatoes and toss gently. Sprinkle with cheese. Refrigerate at least 1 hour. , Bring to room temperature before serving. Cut bread into 24 slices; toast under broiler until lightly browned. Top with tomato mixture. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 347mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GARLIC BREAD BRUSCHETTA RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: italian bread, butter, garlic, italian seasoning, parmesan cheese, roma tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, fresh basil leaves

Provided by Hector Gomez

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 loaf italian bread, sliced
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 clove garlic, minced
italian seasoning, to taste
parmesan cheese, to taste
6 roma tomatoes, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
4 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • In the microwave, melt the 3 tablespoons of butter with 1 clove of garlic.
  • Slice up a loaf of Italian bread to about 1-inch (2 ½ cm) thickness.
  • Top with melted garlic butter, Italian seasoning, and parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for approximately 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the tomatoes, garlic, salt, pepper, basil, and olive oil and stir until everything is fully coated with olive oil.
  • Top the garlic bread with desired amount of tomato mixture.
  • Garnish with parmesan cheese.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 812 calories, Carbohydrate 112 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 21 grams, Sugar 21 grams

EASY BRUSCHETTA



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I always serve this as a starter at dinner parties. Everyone loves it because it is so light and tasty.

Provided by JANWEISBERGER

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Bruschetta Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 French baguette, cut into 1/2 inch thick circles
8 plum tomatoes, diced
1 cup chopped fresh basil
½ red onion, minced
freshly ground black pepper
3 cloves garlic

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine tomato, basil, and red onion in a small mixing bowl; stir well. Season with freshly ground black pepper. Set aside.
  • Arrange bread on a baking sheet. Place in oven, and bake until well toasted, approximately 5 minutes.
  • Remove bread from oven, and transfer to a large serving platter. Let bread cool 3 to 5 minutes. Rub garlic into the top of each slice of toast; the toast should glisten with the garlic. Spoon the tomato mixture generously onto each slice, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 186.3 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

GARLIC BRUSCHETTA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 28m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 heads garlic
6 ounces extra-virgin olive oil
16 plum tomatoes
1 cup fresh basil
1 cup fresh oregano
1 baguette
Salt and pepper
8 (1-inch) slices goat cheese
4 fresh basil sprigs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Separate the cloves of garlic from the heads and place in an ovenproof dish. Drizzle 1 ounce of olive oil over the unpeeled cloves and roast for 25 minutes until soft. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
  • Quarter the tomatoes, remove the seeds, and dice. Finely chop the basil and oregano.
  • Halve the baguette lengthwise and toast until golden. Peel the skin off of the garlic cloves. Mash the softened garlic and spread on toasted bread. Cut the baguette into diagonal pieces.
  • Mix the diced tomatoes, chopped basil, oregano, salt, pepper, and another ounce of olive oil together. Spoon the tomato mixture evenly over the garlic baguette pieces. Top each piece with one slice of goat cheese and drizzle the remaining olive oil over the goat cheese and tomatoes.
  • To serve, garnish with sprigs of fresh basil and serve immediately.

GARLIC BREAD BRUSCHETTA



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Easy and cheap, taste great even the kids love it. The best way to eat it is to place the tomato/onion/cheese back into the fridge until you are ready to serve, as this makes it feel more fresh.

Provided by Jennilee Bayley

Categories     Australian

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 loafs garlic bread
2 tomatoes
1 red onion
200 g tasty cheese
balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Cut the garlic bread up and place on an oven tray. Turn the oven on 180 degrees and bake until they are slightly crunchy.
  • Dice up the tomato and onion and place it in a bowl.
  • Grate cheese on the smallest grate possible and place in the bowl with the tomato and red onion. Mix all the ingredients together.
  • Take the garlic bread out of the oven and pour a little balsamic vinegar on it. Spoon desired amount of tomato/onion/cheese onto the garlic bread. Personal choice if you want a little more balsamic on top.
  • Done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.6, Fat 16.7, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 52.5, Sodium 314.7, Carbohydrate 5.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 3, Protein 13.3

ROASTED GARLIC BRUSCHETTA



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Make and share this Roasted Garlic Bruschetta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cloves garlic
olive oil
1 loaf French bread
16 ounces cream cheese
1 cup romano cheese, freshly grated
1 cup chopped tomato
1 bunch basil, leaves chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350.
  • Place garlic on a piece of aluminum foil.
  • Drizzle with olive oil.
  • Wrap up garlic and roast in oven for about 30 minutes, or until soft.
  • Remove roasted garlic from the oven, remove peel and puree until smooth.
  • Place in refrigerator to rest and cool.
  • When cool, combine with softened cream cheese.
  • Slice bread, 1/2 inch thick, on the bias.
  • Toast the bread slightly and set aside.
  • Spread cream cheese mixture on the toast and sprinkle lightly with half of the Romano.
  • Return to oven to warm the cheese.
  • Remove from the oven and top with tomatoes.
  • Sprinkle with the remaining Romano.
  • Scatter basil on top of the bruschetta and serve.

BRUSCHETTA III



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This is a bruschetta recipe I came up with for a dinner party.

Provided by Susan

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Bruschetta Recipes

Time 12m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 French baguette
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 roma (plum) tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch ground white pepper
1 (8 ounce) package sliced mozzarella cheese
1 (6 ounce) package sliced provolone cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch thick diagonal slices. Arrange the slices in a single layer on a baking sheet. Brush both sides of each slice with the olive oil. Place tomato slices and a sprinkling of basil and oregano on the bread slices. Sprinkle the tomatoes, basil and oregano with the garlic powder and white pepper. Cover the tomato slices with slices of the mozzarella and provolone. Place more basil, oregano and tomato slices on top of the cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 7 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.4 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 43.4 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 972.4 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

MOZZARELLA, GREENS, AND GARLIC BRUSCHETTA



Mozzarella, Greens, and Garlic Bruschetta image

Categories     Garlic     Leafy Green     Broil     Cocktail Party     Mozzarella     Arugula     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet

Yield Makes 16 bruschetta

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 pounds arugula, spinach, or escarole
6 garlic cloves, minced and mashed to a paste with 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup coarsely shredded mozzarella cheese
For 16 toasts:
a 24-inch-long loaf of crusty Italian or French bread
1 garlic clove
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Discard coarse stems from greens and wash leaves thoroughly, Chop greens coarse (there should be about 6 cups).
  • In a large heavy skillet cook garlic paste in oil over moderately low heat stirring, 1 minute. Add greens and salt and pepper to taste and sauté over moderately high heat, stirring, until wilted and tender, about 3 minutes. Pour off any excess liquid. Transfer greens mixture to a bowl and cool to warm. Stir in mozzarella and mound about 1 tablespoon on oiled side of each toast.
  • To make toasts:
  • Prepare grill or preheat broiler.
  • With a serrated knife cut bread crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Grill slices on a rack set about 4 inches over glowing coals 1 to 1 1/2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp outside but still soft inside. Alternatively, slices may be broiled in batches under a broiler about 4 inches from heat 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, or until golden. Rub toasts with garlic on one side and lightly brush same side with oil. Toasts may be made 1 week ahead and kept in an airtight container. Makes about 45 toasts.

GRILLED ARTICHOKE, GREEN GARLIC, AND GOAT CHEESE BRUSCHETTA



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Green garlic bulbs look like scallions-they're available at many farmers' markets in the spring. If you can't find them to make this Italian appetizer, substitute the peeled cloves from a head of regular garlic and the green top of a scallion.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield Makes 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
5 bulbs green garlic, bottoms trimmed, and 1/4 cup thinly sliced tender green tops, plus more tops for serving
3 sprigs fresh rosemary (each 6 inches long)
2 lemons, halved
4 large artichokes, such as globe
Coarse salt
8 ounces soft goat cheese
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, plus more for serving
8 slices (1/2 inch thick) country bread, preferably sourdough

Steps:

  • Combine oil, garlic bulbs, and rosemary in a small saucepan; bring to a simmer over medium. Reduce heat to low; simmer until garlic is golden, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat; let cool.
  • Squeeze 2 lemon halves into a large bowl of water; add rinds. Working with 1 artichoke at a time, remove tough outer leaves closest to stem end, then trim pointy tips of remaining outer leaves with kitchen shears. With a serrated knife, cut off top 1 inch; with a paring knife, trim and peel stem. (Transfer to lemon water as you work to prevent discoloration.)
  • Set a steamer basket in a large pot; add enough water to reach just below basket and bring to a boil. Squeeze remaining 2 lemon halves into pot. Add artichokes, season with salt, and cover. Steam until hearts are easily pierced with the tip of a knife, 30 to 35 minutes. Transfer to a plate; let stand until cool enough to handle, then cut in half lengthwise and scoop out and discard fuzzy chokes.
  • Strain infused oil; discard rosemary. Mash garlic bulbs into a paste and stir into goat cheese with 1/4 cup infused oil, green garlic tops, and red-pepper flakes. Season with salt.
  • Heat grill to high. Brush artichokes with infused oil; season with salt. Grill, brushing with more oil and turning a few times, until charred in places, 8 to 10 minutes. Grill bread, turning once, until charred in places, 1 to 2 minutes. Lightly brush bread with infused oil.
  • Remove artichoke leaves from bottoms; cut bottoms into slices and reserve leaves for eating separately. Slather grilled bread with goat-cheese mixture and top with sliced artichokes. Drizzle with more infused oil, sprinkle with more red-pepper flakes and green garlic tops, and serve.

CHEDDAR BRUSCHETTA



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"I always like to try bruschetta when we're eating out at a restaurant to see how it compares to my recipe-- and I haven't found one that's better yet!" writes Vicki Thompson of Bristol, New Brunswick. "It's a hit when i serve it to company or take it to potlucks and other gatherings."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

24 slices French bread (3/4 inch thick)
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place bread slices on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 5 minutes on each side or until toasted. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Spread over toasted bread. Bake 8-10 minutes longer or until bubbly. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 258mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use a good quality baguette: A fresh, crusty baguette will give you the best results. If you can't find a baguette, you can also use a ciabatta or sourdough bread.
  • Slice the baguette thinly: This will help the bruschetta to cook evenly. Aim for slices that are about 1/2-inch thick.
  • Brush the baguette slices with olive oil: This will help them to crisp up in the oven. You can also add a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
  • Top the baguette slices with your favorite toppings: Some classic bruschetta toppings include tomatoes, basil, mozzarella cheese, and garlic. You can also get creative and try different toppings, such as roasted vegetables, grilled meats, or even fruit.
  • Bake the bruschetta until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted: This usually takes about 10-15 minutes. Keep an eye on the bruschetta so that it doesn't burn.
  • Serve the bruschetta immediately: Bruschetta is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven. You can garnish it with additional herbs or cheese, if desired.

Conclusion:

Garlic and cheese bruschetta is a delicious and easy appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It can be made with a variety of toppings, so you can customize it to your own taste. Whether you are serving it at a party or enjoying it as a snack, garlic and cheese bruschetta is sure to be a hit.

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