Bruschetta

       Bruschetta

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Bruschetta is an antipasto from Italy consisting of grilled bread rubbed with garlic and topped with olive oil and salt. Variations may include toppings of tomato, vegetables, beans, cured meat, or cheese.  I like to eat this as an afternoon snack, or serve it with pasta.

There is nothing like picking up some fresh, juicy tomatoes at the Farmer's Market.  

This is how I make Bruschetta:

1 clove garlic, minced 

1 large tomatoes, diced

1/4 red onion, diced

2T fresh basil and oregano

2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar 

1 tsp. kosher salt and black pepper

Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

I marinate the above mixture for a few hours.

I slice a baguette about 1/4" thick, rub a little EVOO on the top of each slice and sprinkle a little garlic powder over each.  I then put these under the broiler to toast the bread.  When cool, I top each slice of baguette with the tomato mixture and serve immediately.  Sometimes i place a slice of Pepper Jack cheese on top and put it under the broiler long enough to melt the cheese!  Garnish with a sprig of fresh oregano, basil or parsley.

This pan is perfect to bake them in:

MacKenzie-Childs Courtly Check Enamel Baking Pan.    Buy Now

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