Bruschetta

Ingredients for Traditional Bruschetta

• French or Italian bread (can be day old)

• fresh tomato, slice thinly

• fresh basil, julienne

• mozzarella ceese

• salt & pepper

• garlic clove

• extra virgin olive oil

• red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

Directions to make Bruschetta

• Preheat oven = 375 degrees F (or grill on the BBQ)

• Slice bread about 1/2 inch thick (* bread cut into 2-3 inches lengths are idea for an appetizer; easy to hold, bit sized pieces)

• Rub garlic clove over the bread and drizzle with oil

• Place tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil on bread. Salt and pepper to taste.

• Bake about 8 minutes until lightly browned.

Recipe courtesy of Foodandgladness.com