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    Classic Bruschetta

    Toasted baguette slices are rubbed with garlic and topped with a fresh tomato, basil, and olive oil mixture for a simple, vibrant starter.

    ⏱ 15 minPrep time
    🔥 5 minCook time
    🍽 6Servings
    🏷 AppetizerCategory
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    Classic Bruschetta

    Bruschetta originated in central Italy as a way for farmers to test the quality of freshly pressed olive oil, drizzled over grilled bread. The tomato-topped version most Americans know became popular in the U.S. throughout the 1980s and 1990s as Italian-American cuisine grew in popularity.

    Fresh, garlicky, and bursting with tomato flavor

    Toasted baguette slices are rubbed with garlic and topped with a fresh tomato, basil, and olive oil mixture for a simple, vibrant starter.

    Step by stepInstructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 200°C. Brush the baguette slices with olive oil.
    2. Toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes until golden.
    3. Rub each warm slice with the cut side of a garlic clove.
    4. Combine the tomatoes, minced garlic, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar in a bowl.
    5. Season with salt and pepper.
    6. Spoon the tomato mixture over the toasted bread and serve immediately.

    💡 Chef tips & storage

    Let the tomato topping sit for 10 minutes before serving so the flavors meld. Top the toasts just before serving to keep the bread from getting soggy.

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    Recipe details

    Prep15 min
    Cook5 min
    Servings6
    CategoryAppetizer
    PublishedAugust 12, 2026
    Emily — the cook behind My Comfort Recipes

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