Tomato Basil Bruschetta with Balsamic Glaze

Bruschetta is a delightful summertime treat.

We can’t get enough of it. With fresh seasonal tomatoes and basil, fresh garlic and an excellent quality olive oil... you have a simple, almost no-cook sauce that’s delicious on so many things… angel hair pasta, chicken, fish, salads, and more.

But there’s nothing quite like a smokey grilled crusty bread with this savory, rustic relish perched atop.

We finish ours with our simple sweet balsamic reduction.

We love the complexity that comes with this subtle addition.

If you like a simple savory flavor profile, you can skip the balsamic reduction.

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Tomato Basil Bruschetta with Balsamic Glaze Yum

There is nothing like sweet summer tomatoes.

Course

Appetizer or Hors d'oeuvre

Cuisine

Italian

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

5 minutes

Servings

servings

Ingredients

• 2 small cloves fresh garlic
• 1 pound tomatoes fresh
• 1/2 cup basil leaves washed and patted with paper towels until very dry
• 1 teaspoon sea salt additional to taste
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil plus 1 teaspoon for sautéeing garlic
• 1 crusty baguette
• 1 medium garlic clove sliced in half to rub on warm, grilled bread
• balsamic reduction (optional)

Course Appetizer or Hors d'oeuvre Cuisine Italian Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 5 minutes Servings servings Ingredients 2 small cloves fresh garlic 1 pound tomatoes fresh 1/2 cup basil leaves washed and patted with paper towels until very dry 1 teaspoon sea salt additional to taste 1 teaspoon black pepper 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil plus 1 teaspoon for sautéeing garlic 1 crusty baguette 1 medium garlic clove sliced in half to rub on warm, grilled bread balsamic reduction (optional)

Instructions

1. Mince garlic.

   
2. In a small saute pan, saute garlic with olive oil over medium heat for about a minute, just until fragrant. Do not over-cook or allow any color to form. Remove from heat.

   
3. Slice tomatoes in half and squeeze lightly to remove seeds. Dice tomatoes. Place in a medium bowl.

   
4. Chiffonade basil: Stack basil leaves together. Roll tightly and slice in thin strips.

   
5. Add salt, pepper, cooled garlic, olive oil and basil to tomatoes. Stir to combine.

   
6. Slice baguette on the bias in 1/2 inch slices. Brush on one side with olive oil.

   
7. Preheat a grill pan or grill to medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. Grill bread for a 2-3 minutes on each side.

   
8. Rub tops of bread with garlic clove halves. Top grilled bread with tomato mixture.

   
9. Lightly drizzle tomatoes with balsamic reduction. (optional)

   
10. Season with additional sea salt, to taste.
11. Season with additional freshly ground black pepper, to taste.

Recipe Notes

To make ahead, prepare the topping ingredients and store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Let come to room temperature for 10-15 minutes. Grill bread prior to serving and top with tomato mixture.

May we suggest? Prepare and drizzle our balsamic glaze over the tops of the assembled bruschetta for an added delicious touch.

Recipe courtesy of www.sisterspicekitchen.com
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