Bruschetta

 

Source:

https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a27409128/best-bruschetta-tomato-recipe/

Ingredients:

TOMATOES

1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil

2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

4 large tomatoes, finely chopped

1 tsp. kosher salt, divided

1/4 c. thinly sliced fresh basil

2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar 

Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

BREAD & ASSEMBLY

1 large baguette, sliced 1/4" thick on the bias

Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing

2 cloves garlic, halved

Instructions:

TOMATOES

Step 1

In a medium skillet over medium-low heat, heat oil. Add garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden, 2 to 4 minutes. Let cool.

Step 2

Meanwhile, set a large strainer or colander over a bowl. Add tomatoes and toss with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Let sit 5 minutes, then transfer tomatoes to a large bowl.

Step 3

Add basil, vinegar, red pepper, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt to bowl with tomatoes and toss to combine. Add garlic and oil from skillet and toss again to combine. Let marinate at least 30 minutes or up to 2 days.

BREAD & ASSEMBLY

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°. Brush bread on both sides with oil and arrange on large baking sheet. 

Step 2

Toast bread, turning halfway through, until dried and golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes, then rub one side of bread with halved garlic cloves.

Step 3

Arrange bread on a platter. Spoon tomatoes on top of bread just before serving.