Tomato and Basil Bruschetta (Julie and Julia Style)

Name: Tomato and Basil Bruschetta (Julie and Julia Style)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4-8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 lb ripe grape tomatoes, sliced; 1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped; 1 loaf crusty French bread, sliced 3/4 inch thick (or italian); 2 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced in half; 1/4-1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; 4 ounces parmesan cheese, shaved

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Recipe by Galley Wench

The movie Julie and Julia has certainly revived this classic appetizer. The key to success with is recipe is to use the freshest and best quality ingredients available.

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READY IN: 25mins

SERVES: 4-8

UNITS: US

INGREDIENTS

Nutrition

1

lb ripe grape tomatoes, sliced
¹⁄₃

cup fresh basil, chopped
1

loaf crusty French bread, sliced 3/4 inch thick (or italian)
2

garlic cloves, peeled and sliced in half
¹⁄₄ - ¹⁄₃

cup extra virgin olive oil
4

ounces parmesan cheese, shaved

DIRECTIONS

Mix tomatoes and basil together and season with salt and pepper.
Set aside.
Fry Bread: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in frying pan and fry bread until golden brown on both side.
Remove and drain on paper towel.
Rub one side with garlic clove.
OR.
Toast Bread In Oven:
Place bread on baking sheet and broil until golden brown on both sides; 12-15 minutes.
Rub one side with garlic clove and brush with olive oil.
Drain the tomato-basil mixture of excess liquid and spoon on to each slice of bread.
Top with parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

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