ITALIAN BRUSCHETTA

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This is about as Italian as it gets. Chunky tomatoes and pesto served on crispy garlic toast. You can make it on any shape of kind of toast.Unknown Source

Provided by Lynnda Cloutier

Categories     Other Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 loaf, 24 inches, of hard crusted french baguette, thinly sliced and toasted dark
1/2 stick butter or margarine
garlic salt
5 - 6 ripe tomatoes, diced
1/2 c pesto sauce
1 vidalia onion, finely chopped
1/4 c finely chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
1 Tbsp olive oil
black olives, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Slice French bread into 1/2 inch diagonal slices. Spread a little butter on each piece of bread. Sprinkle with a little garlic salt. Toast under broiler til brown. Remove from broiler and let cool slightly. Spread each piece of toast with some pesto sauce
  • 2. Mix the tomatoes, chopped onions, parsley and olive oil together til well blended. Put about one rounded Tbsp. of mixture on a slice of toasted bread and spread evenly. Arrange Bruschetta on long narrow platter. Serve and enjoy.
  • 3. For Italian Bruschetta with cheese spread, you will need 8 oz. cream cheese softened and 2 to 3 finely chopped green onions. Mix well and spread about one heaping teaspoon of cheese mixture on toasted bread. Add tomato mixture from above. Arrange on long platter and serve.

OroK Afor Betek
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I love this bruschetta! It's so easy to make and always a hit.


Faheem Sethi
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This bruschetta is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes.


Laxmi Kafle
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I'm always looking for new bruschetta recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper.


Admir Osmani
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This bruschetta is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables.


Tshepo Makasela
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I made this bruschetta for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Wasif King
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This bruschetta is so versatile. You can use any type of bread, and you can top it with whatever you like.


Alishba Malik
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I'm not a big fan of garlic, so I used a little less than the recipe called for. It was still delicious!


Kassidy Dennison
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This bruschetta is a great appetizer for a party. It's easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ghufran Ullah
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few fresh ingredients, but the flavors are amazing.


Meer Aslam Khosa
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This bruschetta is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover bread.


Diana Ardos
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I've made this bruschetta a few times now, and I always experiment with different toppings. My favorite is to add some crumbled goat cheese.


cupcakecharry emo
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This bruschetta is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to make ahead of time.


Nirajan BASHYAL
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I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this bruschetta. The flavors are so well-balanced.


Simon James
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This bruschetta is delicious! The tomatoes are so juicy and flavorful, and the basil and garlic add a nice touch.


Tom Varley
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I love this bruschetta! It's so flavorful and refreshing. I always make it when I have guests over.


Jake o connor
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This was my first time making bruschetta, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly, and it was so easy to make.


Oluwasheyi Precious
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I've made this bruschetta a few times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's a great appetizer or snack.


Timothy Wilbert
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This bruschetta is amazing! The flavors are so fresh and vibrant, and the bread is perfectly toasted. I love the combination of tomatoes, basil, and garlic.