Bruschetta is a classic Italian appetizer consisting of toasted bread topped with fresh tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and basil. Its origins can be traced back to ancient Rome, where it was a popular snack among farmers and peasants. Today, bruschetta is enjoyed all over the world as a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, snack, or light meal. The key to making a great bruschetta is to use fresh, flavorful ingredients and to toast the bread perfectly. Once you've mastered the basics, you can experiment with different toppings to create your own unique bruschetta recipes.
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GARLIC TOMATO BRUSCHETTA
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
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.
SLOW-ROASTED TOMATO & GARLIC BRUSCHETTA
Slow-roasting cherry tomatoes brings out such sweet, intense flavor. Mixed with tons of roasted garlic and fresh basil, then spooned over garlicky golden toasts, this bruschetta is familiar yet special.
Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty
Time 1h40m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Make the tomato topping. Preheat oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit. Tumble the tomatoes onto a large rimmed baking sheet. Toss in the garlic. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Stir until well-coated. Bake until tomatoes have shrunken a bit and look almost dry around the edges, about 90 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let cool. Remove garlic from the pan. Squeeze cloves out onto a cutting board. Chop up the garlic (as much as you can; it will be soft). Add to a medium bowl.
- Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the tomatoes still on the cookie sheet. Using a spatula or wooden spoon, scrape up and stir the tomatoes, using the vinegar to help loosen up some of the dried-on tomato juices. Scrape tomatoes and juice into the bowl. Stir in basil and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Taste and add additional salt and pepper if desired. Set aside.
- Make the toasts. Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Brush a large cookie sheet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and lay the slices of bread on the sheet. Brush the tops of each slice with olive oil. Bake until golden brown around the edges, 7-9 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Rub each piece on both sides with cut sides of garlic.
- Serve. Spoon the tomatoes over the bread to serve, or set the bread and tomatoes on the appetizer table for guests to assemble themselves.
GARLIC SHRIMP AND ROASTED TOMATO BRUSCHETTA
Categories Bread Shellfish Roast Low Fat Quick & Easy Tailgating
Yield 10-12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Tomatoes: Cut tomatoes once vertically and place side up in a roasting pan drizzle with olive oil and dust with kosher salt. Roast at 250 degrees for 2 hours. *may place in foilpacket and put on same temp grill. Shrimp: Mix 1/4 cup olive oil, garlic, s & p, red pepper, oregano and basil, marinate for 2 hours. Roast or grill shrimp for 2 minutes per side. Let cool and chop into bite size pieces. Bread: Slice bread into diagonal 1/2 inch pieces, baste both sides with remainder of olive oil. Put on sheet pan or grill for 3-5 minutes per side unitl golden. Assemble: Place 1-2 roasted tomatoes on bruschetta slices, add chopped shrimp, add a drizzle of olive oil and top with fresh herbs.
GARLIC TOMATO BRUSCHETTA
Make and share this Garlic Tomato Bruschetta recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Laura O.
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine oil, basil. garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add tomatoes and toss.
- Sprinkle with cheese.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Bring to room temperature before serving (optional).
- Slice the bread and toast in the broiler if desired.
- Top with tomato mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.8, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 0.7, Sodium 549.7, Carbohydrate 50.1, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 3.3, Protein 10.8
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe tomatoes and garlic.
- To easily peel the tomatoes, score an X on the bottom of each tomato and place them in boiling water for about a minute. Then, transfer them to a bowl of cold water and the skins will easily peel off.
- If you don't have any fresh basil, you can use dried basil instead. Just be sure to use about half the amount, as dried basil is more concentrated.
- To make the bruschetta ahead of time, simply assemble the bruschetta without the tomatoes and basil. Then, store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When you're ready to serve, top the bruschetta with the tomatoes and basil.
Conclusion:
Bruschetta is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up fresh tomatoes and basil, and it is sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give bruschetta a try!
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