Fresh Mozzarella Bruschetta

by user Elocina

Introduction
Small, open-faced sandwiches, Bruschette make perfect appetizers. They are delicious and quick and easy to make.

Info
Cook Time: 20 minutes

Serves: 24

Ingredients

 * 1 long loaf crusty bread
 * 3 medium ripe roma tomatoes
 * 3 large fresh mozzarella balls
 * 24 fresh basil leaves
 * Coarse salt
 * Extra virgin olive oil

Directions
1.Cut Bread into 1/2" (4cm) slices on the diagonal

2.Lightly toast bread in the oven on both sides

3.Cut tomatoes into 1/4 inch (0.75cm) slices and place one on each slice of bread.

4.Cut mozzarella balls into 1/4 inch (0.75cm) slices and place on top of tomato.

5.Chop basil into thin strips and sprinkle on top

6.Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.

Notes, Tips and Variations

 * An optional re-toasting with toppings on will make the mozzarella melty and even more delicious.
 * For more authentically Italian Bruschetta, rub roasted garlic cloves on the toasted bread slice.

Source

 * Fresh Mozzarella Bruschetta from the Wikibooks Cookbook -- original source of recipe, licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License

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