**Bruschetta: A Classic Italian Appetizer with a Twist of Tomato and Basil**
Bruschetta is a classic Italian appetizer that is simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. This recipe features a combination of fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, and olive oil, creating a vibrant and flavorful topping that pairs perfectly with crisp bread.
The article includes two variations of the bruschetta recipe: the traditional version and a variation inspired by the famous cooking movie **Julie & Julia**. The traditional bruschetta follows a classic recipe, while the Julie & Julia variation adds a unique touch with the addition of balsamic vinegar and fresh mozzarella cheese.
Both recipes are easy to follow and require minimal ingredients. They are perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a party, enjoying a casual lunch, or looking for a quick and tasty snack.
BRUSCHETTA
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Slice the baguette at an angle 1/2-inch-thick. Brush both sides of the bread with olive oil and sprinkle one side with salt and pepper. Bake for 10 minutes, until lightly toasted.
TOMATO AND BASIL BRUSCHETTA (JULIE AND JULIA STYLE)
The movie Julie and Julia has certainly revived this classic appetizer. The key to success with is recipe is to use the freshest and best quality ingredients available.
Provided by Galley Wench
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 25m
Yield 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix tomatoes and basil together and season with salt and pepper.
- Set aside.
- Fry Bread: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in frying pan and fry bread until golden brown on both side.
- Remove and drain on paper towel.
- Rub one side with garlic clove.
- OR.
- Toast Bread In Oven:.
- Place bread on baking sheet and broil until golden brown on both sides; 12-15 minutes.
- Rub one side with garlic clove and brush with olive oil.
- Drain the tomato-basil mixture of excess liquid and spoon on to each slice of bread.
- Top with parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
BRUSCHETTA WITH TOMATO AND BASIL
Serve Rachael Ray's easy, healthy Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil appetizer recipe from 30 Minute Meals on Food Network.
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 12m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat broiler to high, (if you prefer you can also grill the bread). Place bread slices on a broiler pan. Char bread on each side under hot broiler, keep an eye on it! Rub toasts with cracked garlic and drizzle with oil. Chop seeded tomatoes and place in a small bowl. Pile basil leaves on top of one another and roll into a log. Thinly slice basil into green confetti and loosely combine with tomatoes. Add a drizzle of oil and a little coarse salt to the bowl and gently toss tomatoes and basil to coat. Pile toasts around the bowl of topping. Place a spoon to scoop topping in bowl and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calorie, Fat 7 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 601 milligrams, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 1 grams
JULIE AND JULIA'S TOMATO BRUSCHETTA RECIPE
A simple, fresh and delicious recipe for tomato and basil bruschetta from the Movie Julie and Julia.
Provided by Lea Ann Brown
Categories Appetizer Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut the cherry or grape tomatoes in half and then cut each half in half. This will quarter the tomatoes. Chop the fresh basil. Mix together in a bowl, add 1/4 cup of olive oil and let rest 30 minutes.
- 10 minutes before serving, add salt and pepper to taste. If you add the salt too early, it will draw too much liquid out of the tomatoes.
- Heat a skillet over medium high heat. When the pan is hot, add two tablespoons of olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the baguette slices and fry the bread util golden brown on both sides. You'll need to cook the bread in batches.
- Drain on a paper towel.
- Rub both sides with a garlic clove.
- Top with the tomato mixture.
- Sprinkle the parmesan over the bruschetta and serve while the bread is still warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 208 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
TOMATO BASIL BRUSCHETTA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: baguette, olive oil, medium tomatoes, garlic, balsamic vinegar, fresh basil, salt, pepper, garlic
Provided by Alvin Zhou
Categories Appetizers
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Slice the baguette into ½-inch (1 cm) rounds and place on a baking sheet.
- Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil.
- Bake for for 6 minutes until slightly crispy.
- In a medium bowl, combine the tomatoes, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the garlic into one side of the baguette slices, then spoon the tomato mixture evenly across the slices.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 681 calories, Carbohydrate 86 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 12 grams
BRUSCHETTA WITH FRESH TOMATO AND BASIL
Provided by Food Network
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix together the tomatoes, basil, olive oil and vinegar. Add 1/4 teaspoon of the garlic paste, and blend well. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Let stand at room temperature for 2 hours, if possible.
- Place the bruschetta on a large platter in a single layer. When ready to serve, drizzle each one with about 1 tablespoon of juice from the bottom of the bowl containing the tomato mixture. With a slotted spoon, strew the tomato mixture over the bruschetta. Serve immediately.
BRUSCHETTA FROM THE MOVIE JULIE & JULIA
If you've watched the movie Julie & Julia you no doubt noticed the bruschetta love scene. I'm not sure anything in a movie has ever looked so delicious. This is that recipe.
Categories Snack
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Dice tomatoes.Shred basil leaves.Mix tomatoes and basil in bowl with 1/4 of olive oil, reserving other 1/4 cup for frying.Let this mixture sit for 30 minutes.When the 30 minutes is up, add a generous sprinkling of salt to the mixture and let it sit for another 10 minutes.Now is when you can heat up 1/4 cup of olive oil (your goal is to have 3mm of oil in the pan) over medium/low heat.Once hot, fry your slices of bread until golden.Remove bread from pan and top with tomato mixture.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 pieces, Calories 637 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 56 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 294 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g
TOMATO-BASIL BRUSCHETTA APPETIZER
"It's easy to double this great recipe for a crowd. You can make the tomato topping ahead, or keep it simple and serve it as a dip for the French bread slices." -Marie Cosenza, Cortlandt Manor, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 25m
Yield about 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, onions, 2 tablespoons oil, basil, vinegar, oregano, salt and pepper; set aside., Lightly brush both sides of bread slices with remaining oil. Arrange on ungreased baking sheets. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. , Rub garlic over bread slices. With a slotted spoon, top each slice with tomato mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TOMATO AND BASIL BRUSCHETTA
My first culinary "success." This recipe came from a great book _Cucina Amore_, and is often requested by friends and family.
Provided by BothFex
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk together chopped garlic, vinegar, salt, pepper, and basil.
- When combined slowly drizzle in oil.
- Add tomatoes and let sit for 20 minutes at room temp.
- Meanwhile back at the bat cave, toast the bread.
- This can be done either in the toaster (if it's got really wide slots) or under the broiler (if using this method watch closely so it doesn't become a brickette).
- When the bread is toasted rub each piece, on one side, with the whole garlic pieces.
- Place the bread on a cookie sheet and top with tomato mixture.
- Sprinkle on a little cheese and broil till the cheese melts (you can skip that last broiling bit and it's equally as wonderful).
- Serve immediately.
- The tomato mixture also makes a wonderful vinegrette for an antipasto salad.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.8, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 1.8, Sodium 572.8, Carbohydrate 25.3, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 3.3, Protein 5.5
Tips:
- Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes for the best flavor.
- If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but use half the amount.
- For a more rustic bruschetta, use a baguette instead of a ciabatta loaf.
- If you're short on time, you can toast the bread in the oven instead of on the grill.
- To make the bruschetta ahead of time, chop the tomatoes and basil and store them in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Then, just toast the bread and assemble the bruschetta before serving.
Conclusion:
Tomato and basil bruschetta is a classic Italian appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It's simple to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. With just a few fresh ingredients, you can create a dish that is both flavorful and elegant. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give tomato and basil bruschetta a try. You won't be disappointed!
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