Bruschetta Topped With Tomatoes and Capers

Submitted by Barb G.

"This quick and easy Italian favorite is topped with a savory blend of tomatoes, garlic,basil and capers. Coarsely chop capers to release flavor, just give then a whack with the side of a chef's knife before adding to tomato mixture. Enjoy."

 

• Ready In: 23mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Yields: 12 slices

ingredients

• 12 slices Italian bread, sliced 1/2 inch thick (baguette)
• 1⁄4 cup olive oil
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, leaved
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons small capers, drained
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper

directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. place bread slices on ungreased cookie sheet.
3. Drizzle 1 teaspoon oil on each slice bread. Bake about 8 minutes or until golden brown.
4. While bread is toasting, mix remaining ingredients.
5. Spoon tomato mixture onto bread slices.
6. Serve at at room temperature.

Reviews

[Frau Frau]

Very yummy and easy to make. I put the bread in my toaster-oven, which made it even simpler. They are very fresh tasting and colorful. I used dried basil, but it still tasted great. Easy enough for a before supper snack, but pretty enough for guests.