Balsamic Bruschetta

Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Servings: 8
Yield: 8 servings

Description

Homemade bruschetta comes together in no time. Sun-ripened tomatoes, fresh basil, and high-quality balsamic vinegar are key ingredients in this summer appetizer.

Ingredients

1 loaf French bread, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
8 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
1 ounce Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon good quality balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1 Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2 Brush bread slices on both sides lightly with 1 tablespoon oil and place on large baking sheet. Toast bread until golden, about 5 to 10 minutes, turning halfway through.
3 Meanwhile, toss together tomatoes, basil, Parmesan cheese, and garlic in a bowl.
4 Mix in balsamic vinegar, 2 teaspoons olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper.
5 Spoon tomato mixture onto toasted bread slices.
6 Serve immediately and enjoy!