Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2 inch thick pieces
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz bocconcini cheese, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowl
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil and minced garlic.
3. Brush each slice of baguette with the garlic oil mixture and place them on a baking sheet.
4. Bake the baguette slices for 8-10 minutes or until they are lightly toasted.
5. In the same mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, bocconcini cheese, and chopped basil.
6. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Spoon the tomato and cheese mixture onto each toasted baguette slice.
8. Serve immediately.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 4-6 people.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 10g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Baguette can be substituted with any crusty bread.
- Bocconcini cheese can be substituted with fresh mozzarella cheese.
- Cherry tomatoes can be substituted with diced Roma tomatoes.
Variations:
- Add chopped red onion to the tomato and cheese mixture for extra flavor.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the bruschetta for a tangy twist.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a serrated knife to slice the baguette for easier cutting.
- Make sure to evenly distribute the tomato and cheese mixture on each baguette slice.
- Serve the bruschetta immediately to prevent the bread from getting soggy.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover tomato and cheese mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the bruschetta, place the slices on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Arrange the bruschetta slices on a platter and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Garnishes:
- Fresh basil leaves
Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of red wine for a perfect pairing.
Suggested side dishes:
- Caesar salad
- Grilled vegetables
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the baguette slices are not toasting evenly, rotate the baking sheet halfway through baking.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash the cherry tomatoes thoroughly before slicing them.
Food history:
- Bruschetta originated in Italy and was traditionally made with grilled bread rubbed with garlic and topped with olive oil and salt.
Flavor profiles:
- This bruschetta has a fresh and tangy flavor from the cherry tomatoes and bocconcini cheese, with a hint of garlic and basil.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as an appetizer or as a light lunch.
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Region: Italian