Fresh Mozzarella Bruschetta

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

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" (4 cm) slices on the diagonal
 * 2) Lightly toast bread in the oven on both sides
 * 3) Cut tomatoes into 1/4 inch (0.75 cm) slices and place one on each slice of bread.
 * 4) Cut mozzarella balls into 1/4 inch (0.75 cm) 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.
 * Drizzle some balsamic vinegar on top, for another delicious twist on this dish.

Source

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