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No. 01

Tomato & Basil Bruschetta

15 min · 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 baguette, sliced on the bias
  • 4 ripe tomatoes, diced small
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled
  • A handful of fresh basil, torn
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • Flaky salt & black pepper

Steps

  1. Toast the bread slices until golden at the edges.
  2. Rub each hot slice with the cut side of a garlic clove.
  3. Toss the tomatoes with basil, olive oil, salt and pepper.
  4. Spoon over the toast and serve immediately.

Nonna's rule: rub the garlic on hot toast, never cold.

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