Bruschetta With Hot Cherry Tomatoes Recipes

TOMATO BRUSCHETTA

Steps:

• Combine tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, basil, and garlic; let tomato mixture rest for 15 to 30 minutes.
• Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
• Arrange French bread slices on a large baking sheet; drizzle with 1/4 cup olive oil.
• Toast bread in preheated oven until lightly browned, about 1 minute on each side. Top bread slices with tomato mixture using a slotted spoon, allowing excess liquid to drain. Return bread to baking sheet and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
• Broil in preheated oven until cheese melts, about 3 minutes. Serve immediately.

BEST CHERRY TOMATO BRUSCHETTA

Steps:

• In a medium serving bowl, stir together the cherry tomatoes and basil. Drizzle a teaspoon or two of olive oil over top, generously sprinkle with salt, and toss to coat. Taste and season with more salt, if needed. If desired, add a small splash of balsamic vinegar, and toss again. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve (can be made up to 8 hours in advance).
• When ready to serve, preheat the broiler on high.
• Spread the baguette slices out over a large baking tray and use a pastry brush to brush the top of each slice with olive oil. Sprinkle the tops with sea salt.
• Broil the baguette slices for 2-4 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp on top. Then, carefully rub the top of each with the garlic (it will melt into the surface of the hot toasts).
• Serve the warm toasts alongside the tomato basil mixture.

WARM BRUSCHETTA

Steps:

• Heat oven to 400° Fahrenheit. Arrange bread slices in a single layer on a large baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
• Bake 5-7 minutes until crisp and very lightly browned. Remove from oven and set aside.
• Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic, stir, and sauté for 30-60 seconds until fragrant.
• Stir in cherry tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook 1-2 minutes until tomatoes are warmed through and have begun to soften.
• Pour warmed tomatoes into a medium mixing bowl. Add basil and mozzarella and stir to combine.
• Spread tomato mixture over toasted bread. Top with a pinch of flakey salt and extra basil. Serve immediately.

BRUSCHETTA WITH HOT CHERRY TOMATOES

Steps:

• Heat about 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, saute for 2 minutes, then add the tomatoes and hot pepper flakes. Season with salt, to taste, and toss to coat in the oil. Cover the pan, raise heat a bit and cook until the tomatoes burst, about for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the lid, squish any whole tomatoes with a wooden spoon and let the tomatoes thicken, about 1 minute. Stir in the parsley, adjust the seasoning and remove from the heat.
• Heat the broiler and char the bread on both sides. Arrange the bread on a platter and top with the hot tomatoes. Garnish with torn basil leaves and drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil before serving.