Bruschetta al Pomodoro

Method

1. 1
   • baguette1
   • olive oil5 tbsp

   Toast the bread — Brush the baguette slices with 3 tablespoons of the olive oil and toast in the oven at 200°C for 8 minutes until golden and crisp.

   ⏱8 min
2. 2
   • garlic3

   Rub with garlic — While the bread toasts, halve one garlic clove and rub it over the warm slices for a subtle garlic flavor, then mince the remaining garlic.

3. 3
   • olive oil5 tbsp
   • cherry tomato500 g
   • garlic3
   • fresh basil2 tbsp
   • balsamic vinegar1 tbsp
   • saltto taste
   • black pepperto taste

   Make the tomato topping — In a bowl, combine the diced tomato, minced garlic, remaining olive oil, basil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 5 minutes so the flavors meld.

   ⏱5 min
4. 4
   • cherry tomato500 g

   Top and serve — Spoon the tomato mixture generously over the toasted bread just before serving so it stays crisp.