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Classic Bruschetta Recipe


This is a recipe for basic bruschetta. You may make this to begin with and then add additional toppings to enhance this wonderful Italian treat. Some suggestions are, plum tomatoes (cut into cubes), fresh basil leaves, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, olives, mozzarella cheese, goat cheese, oregano or prosciutto. If topping with any type cheese, make the basic recipe below, add the cheese topping, then put back under broiler just long enough to melt the cheese.

Although this recipe starts with six slices of bread, you may makes as many as you want by adjusting the quantity of the other ingredients as needed.

Ingredients
* 6 slices Italian bread, cut 1/2 to 3/4-inch thick
* 2 garlic cloves, cut in half
* Extra virgin olive oil, as needed
* Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions
1. Preheat broiler (or you may use the grill).
2. Cook the bread until lightly golden brown on each side.
3. Remove from broiler and immediately rub one side of the toast with the cut side of the garlic.
4. Brush olive oil over the garlic side of the bread.
Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve hot.





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