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Bruschetta

Toasted bread rubbed with garlic and piled with juicy tomatoes, basil and good olive oil — the perfect starter.

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10 minPrep
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5 minCook
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4Serves
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Ingredients

  • 1 baguette or ciabatta, sliced
  • 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
  • 1 garlic clove, halved
  • Handful basil, torn
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Toast or grill the bread slices until golden.
  2. Rub each warm slice with the cut side of the garlic.
  3. Mix the tomato, basil, oil, vinegar and seasoning.
  4. Spoon onto the toasts just before serving.
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Tara’s tips

  • Add the topping at the last minute so the bread stays crisp.
  • Use the ripest tomatoes you can find.

Serving suggestions

  • Serve immediately as a starter or nibble.

Storage & reheating

Best fresh; topping keeps a few hours.

Nutrition

Nutrition information is not yet available for this recipe. Values vary with portion size and exact ingredients — we will add verified figures here soon.

Frequently asked questions

Other toppings?

Try white beans, olive tapenade or roasted peppers.

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