Bloody Mary Bruschetta Bar

Make bruschetta with the flavors of a classic brunch cocktail.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1  zest of a lemon
• 1  teaspoon lemon juice
• 1⁄2 shallot, finely chopped
• 2  pints cherry tomatoes, chopped
• 2  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1  tablespoon white wine vinegar
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  teaspoon black pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  hot sauce
• 2  tablespoons  prepared horseradish
• 2  celery ribs, thinly sliced
• 2  teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 3  tablespoons  coarsely chopped celery leaves
• 1⁄3 cup cream cheese
• 1⁄2 teaspoon celery seed
• 6 -8  slices  toasted  sourdough bread or 6 -8  slices  ciabatta
•  celery seed, pickle slices, lime wedges, avocado, bacon bits and celery leaves for garnish

Directions

1. Combine lemon zest, lemon juice, shallot, tomatoes, oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce and horseradish in a large bowl. Let marinate 10 minutes, then stir in celery stalks and leaves.
2. In a small bowl combine cream cheese, remaining horseradish and celery seed in a small bowl.
3. Spread toast slices with horseradish mixture, then top with tomato mixture.
4. Garnish if desired.