Super Bowl with Super Special Snack - Bruschetta!

Bruschetta is a fresh, simple and delicious Italian appetizer that can be prepared in minutes and enjoyed any time as an appetizer. We had friends over today for the Superbowl and this is what I decided to make as an appetizer! Everyone enjoyed them and so did I. It's light and delicious!

It was a fun and exciting game. New Orleans SAINTS won the game fair and square to be crowned as champions for the first time in the history! And I won the appreciation on the Bruschetta :)

Here is the simple Bruschetta recipe with tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil. (Printable View of Recipe)

Ingredients:

• 1/2 pound ripe tomatoes, seeded ( I used the baby tomatoes)
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 
• 1 tsp Balsamic Vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Some freshly ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
• Some Mozzarella Cheese ( I used the shredded one) 
• 1 medium baguette, French or Italian bread cut into 1/2 inch slices.

Method:

1.Prepare the tomatoes first. Parboil the tomatoes for one minute in boiling water that has just been removed from the burner. Drain. Using a sharp small knife, cut the tomatoes in 1/2 inch pieces and remove seeds.

2.Combine all relish ingredients except the Mozzarella cheese in a small bowl. 

3.Stir well and taste for seasoning. 

4.Put 2 tbsp of Olive Oil on a pan and toast the bread slices from both sides.

5.Remove and arrange the prepared bread on a baking dish.

6.Spoon mixture over each bread slice and drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil over top.

7.Add a little mozzarella cheese on each slice and toast in a preheated oven (400 d F) for 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted.

8.Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper and serve. 

 

 Serves 6-8 for appetizer. 

Submitting this for Valentine & Super Bowl Recipe Carnival & Special Giveaway!