Bruschetta From The Movie Julie Julia Recipes

TOMATO BASIL BRUSCHETTA (JULIE AND JULIA STYLE!)

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, basil, Parmesan, balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon of olive oil, pinch of salt, and ground black pepper to taste. Let sit about 10 minutes to let flavors marinate while toasting the bread.
• Brush both sides of baguette slices with the remaining olive oil and rub with garlic clove.
• Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the slices in the skillet until browned, gently pressing occasionally to help toast, about 3-4 minutes per side.
• Sprinkle toasted slices with a pinch of salt. Evenly spoon tomato topping on each slice. Sprinkle with a little fresh ground black pepper. Serve immediately.

TOMATO AND BASIL BRUSCHETTA (JULIE AND JULIA STYLE)

Steps:

• Mix tomatoes and basil together and season with salt and pepper.
• Set aside.
• Fry Bread: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in frying pan and fry bread until golden brown on both side.
• Remove and drain on paper towel.
• Rub one side with garlic clove.
• OR.
• Toast Bread In Oven:.
• Place bread on baking sheet and broil until golden brown on both sides; 12-15 minutes.
• Rub one side with garlic clove and brush with olive oil.
• Drain the tomato-basil mixture of excess liquid and spoon on to each slice of bread.
• Top with parmesan cheese and serve immediately.