Italian Recipe - Bruschetta with Tomatoes

An Italian Recipe classic, Bruschetta makes a great appetizer.  This can be made various ways, however, with tomatoes and roasted red peppers are the two most common.  We'll be making the Bruschetta with Tomatoes today.

Ingredients

2 garlic cloves

8 slices of Ciabatta 

16 basil leaves (shredded) (I recommend fresh)

4 sun-dried tomatoes

10oz cherry tomatoes

4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

3 tbsp balsamic vinegar

salt and pepper

Italian Cooking

The steps for preparing this great italian recipe are fairly simple.  Its quick and easy, and the whole family will love it!

1. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half.
2. Cut the sun-dried tomatoes into strips.  The thin strips increase the flavor.
3. Place the cherry tomatoes and sun-dried tomatoes in a medium bowl.  Add the olive oil and shredded basil and toss to mix well, coating evenly.
4. Add the balsamic vinegar and toss well.  Season with the salt and pepper to taste.
5. Lightly toast the ciabatta while cutting the garlic cloves in half.
6. Rub the garlic's cut side over both sides of the bread.  Top the bread with the tomatoe mixture and serve immediately.

Bruschetta, another great Italian Recipe your family will love!   Enjoy!