Best 6 Macaroni Grills Bruschetta Recipes

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Macaroni Grill's Bruschetta is a classic Italian appetizer that is sure to impress your guests. Made with fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic, this bruschetta is the perfect combination of flavors. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Serve it as an appetizer or snack, or enjoy it as a light lunch or dinner. This article provides three delicious bruschetta recipes from Macaroni Grill: the classic bruschetta, the grilled vegetable bruschetta, and the chicken bruschetta. Each recipe is packed with flavor and sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BRUSCHETTA FROM THE GRILL



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Dijon mustard, mayonnaise and oregano make a savory spread for chopped tomatoes, garlic and fresh basil in this fun twist on a favorite appetizer. This grilled bruschetta gets rave reviews every time I serve it. -Mary Nafis, Chino, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound plum tomatoes (about 6), seeded and chopped
1 cup chopped celery or fennel bulb
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
MAYONNAISE SPREAD:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon finely chopped green onion
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut into 1/2-inch slices

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. For mayonnaise spread, in a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, onion, garlic and oregano; set aside., Grill bread slices, uncovered, over medium-low heat for 1-2 minutes or until lightly toasted. Turn bread; spread with mayonnaise mixture. Grill 1-2 minutes longer or until bottoms of bread is toasted. Drain tomato mixture; spoon over tops.

Nutrition Facts :

GRILLED BRUSCHETTA



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This is my go-to appetizer in the summer when tomatoes and basil are fresh from the garden. The balsamic glaze takes this bruschetta recipe over the top. I like to use a Tuscan herb- or basil-infused olive oil for this. But, it's great with just plain olive oil, too. -Brittany Allyn, Mesa, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1-1/2 cups chopped and seeded plum tomatoes
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
2 teaspoons plus 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 garlic clove, minced
16 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
Sea salt and grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring vinegar to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to 3 tablespoons, 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat. Meanwhile, combine tomatoes, shallot, basil, 2 teaspoons olive oil and garlic. Cover and refrigerate until serving., Brush remaining oil over both sides of baguette slices. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat until golden brown on both sides., Top toasts with tomato mixture. Drizzle with balsamic syrup; sprinkle with sea salt and Parmesan. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BRUSCHETTA



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This easy bruschetta recipe from Food Network's Ree Drummond makes a great appetizer or tasty first course for a larger meal.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons olive oil
5 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 pint red grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 whole baguette or crusty loaf
1 pint yellow grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
16 whole fresh basil leaves, plus more as needed, chiffonade
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 stick butter

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and stir, lightly frying for about a minute, removing before the garlic gets too brown (it can be golden). Pour the garlic and oil into a mixing bowl and allow to cool slightly.
  • Add the red and yellow tomatoes, balsamic and basil to the bowl. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to combine, and then taste and add more basil if needed, and more salt if needed (don't over salt, though!) Cover and refrigerate for an hour or two if you have the time.
  • Cut the baguette into diagonal slices to allow for the most surface area possible. Melt 4 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet and grill half the bread on both sides, making sure they're nice and buttery. Cook until golden brown on both sides. Repeat with the remaining 4 tablespoons butter and the other half of the bread.
  • To serve, give the tomato mixture a final stir, and then spoon generously over the slices of bread. Serve on a big platter as a first course or appetizer.

ROMANO'S MACARONI GRILL PENNE RUSTICA



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The sauce is the key to this recipe....HEAVY CREAM, PARMESAN CHEESE, WINE, etc. with CHICKEN & SHRIMP, cooking the penne pasta is the easy part. This recipe makes an ample amount, and too tricky for me to attempt to scale it down. I am posting it to take advantage of Recipezaar's calculations to reduce a recipe. I'm not sure how much this recipe feeds, but I am going to guess at 8-10 servings.

Provided by Sandylee

Categories     Penne

Time 50m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 teaspoons butter
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dill
1 teaspoon chopped rosemary
1 cup marsala wine
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 cups heavy cream
1 ounce pancetta or 1 ounce bacon
18 shrimp, peeled and deveined
12 ounces grilled chicken breasts, sliced
16 -24 ounces penne pasta, cooked
3 teaspoons chopped pimiento
6 ounces butter
1 teaspoon chopped shallot
1 pinch salt and pepper
1 cup parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon paprika
6 sprigs fresh rosemary

Steps:

  • For Gratinata Sauce: Saute butter, garlic, and rosemary until garlic begins to brown.
  • Add Marsala wine and reduce by one-third.
  • Add remaining ingredients, reduce by half of the original volume.
  • Set aside.
  • For Penne Rustica: Saute pancetta until it begins to brown.
  • Add butter, shallots, and shrimp.
  • Cook until shrimp are evenly pink but still translucent.
  • Add chicken, salt, pepper, and mix thoroughly.
  • Add gratinata sauce and 1/2 cup parmesan cheese.
  • Simmer until sauce thickens.
  • In a large bowl, combine shrimp& chicken mixture with the cooked pasta.
  • Pour into a large casserole dish or roaster.
  • Top with remaining cheese, pimientos and sprinkle with paprika.
  • Bake at 475 degrees for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Remove and garnish with fresh rosemary sprig.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 770.5, Fat 60.1, SaturatedFat 36.9, Cholesterol 233.8, Sodium 309.9, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 0.8, Protein 15.7

GRILLED BRUSCHETTA



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Keep the heat out of the kitchen and on the grill with easy appetizers ready in minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup olive or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh or 2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 baguette (1 lb), cut diagonally into 1-inch slices
Sliced plum (Roma) tomatoes, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small bowl, mix oil, basil and garlic. Brush or drizzle oil mixture on cut sides of bread.
  • Carefully brush grill rack with vegetable oil. Place bread on grill over medium heat. Cook uncovered 4 to 6 minutes, turning once, until golden brown. Top with tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 490 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

MACARONI GRILL'S BRUSCHETTA RECIPE



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Provided by รก-174942

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 non sourdough baguette - (abt 1 1/2 lbs)
1 pound butter softened
2 tablespoons freshly-chopped garlic
1 pinch fresh basil
Salt to taste
Freshly-ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the butter with garlic, basil, salt and pepper. Remove ends from bread (approximately 1/4 inch); slice into 3/4-inch thick slices along the bias. Spread approximately 6 ounces of the garlic butter on the bottom of a full sheet tray. Place slices of bread on the sheet and spread on top of each approximately 1/2 tablespoon of the garlic butter. Bake at 500 degrees in a pre heated oven till golden brown, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool. This recipe yields ?? servings.

Tips:

  • Select the freshest ingredients: Use ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and crusty bread for the best bruschetta experience.
  • Chop the tomatoes finely: This will help release their juices and create a more flavorful topping.
  • Use good quality olive oil: Extra virgin olive oil is the best choice for bruschetta, as it has a rich flavor and aroma.
  • Season the tomatoes well: Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all classic seasonings for bruschetta. You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little spice.
  • Toast the bread lightly: This will help it hold up to the toppings and prevent it from getting soggy.
  • Assemble the bruschetta just before serving: This will prevent the bread from getting soggy. You can also drizzle the bruschetta with a little olive oil before serving for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Macaroni Grill's bruschetta is a classic Italian appetizer that is easy to make at home. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are serving it as a party appetizer or a light lunch, bruschetta is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy recipe, give Macaroni Grill's bruschetta a try.

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