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Bruschetta |
Directions 1. Prepare seasoning oil: Heat oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add garlic, basil and red-pepper flakes; cook, stirring, 5 to 7 minutes or until garlic is golden. Cool the oil and strain. 2. Meanwhile, prepare tomato topping: Stir together tomatoes, basil, vinegar, oil, salt and pepper in a large bowl. 3. Heat oven to 500 degrees F. 4. Brush cut sides of split bread with about 2 tablespoons seasoning oil. Place on a baking sheet. Bake in heated 500 degree F. oven 3 to 5 minutes or until golden. 5. Slice toasted bread into 2-inch widths and arrange on a large serving platter. Spoon tomato topping over and garnish with fresh basil leaves. 12 Servings Nutritional Information (Per Serving) Calories: 126 Protein: 3 g Sodium: 211 mg Cholesterol: 2 mg Fat: 7 g Carbohydrates: 13 g Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch; 2 Fat |
Ingredients Seasoning Oil 1/3 cup olive oil 4 cloves garlic, crushed 6 fresh basil leaves, chopped 1/8 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes Tomato Topping 1-1/2 pounds plum tomatoes, chopped 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 loaf French Bread (8 ounces), spit horizontally Small fresh basil leaves for garnish |
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