makes 24 servings (slices) |
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Bruschetta
2 loaves Italian or French bread, diagonally
cut into 3/4-inch slices
2 large cloves garlic
1/3 cup Bertolli® Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 jar (26 oz.) Bertolli® Tomato & Basil Sauce
Bruschetta toppings
In preheated oven, broil bread slices until golden; rub with garlic, then brush with Olive Oil. Evenly spoon unheated Sauce over bread, then top with your favorite Bruschetta toppings.
Here are a few suggestions for Bruschetta toppings or create your own:
• Sliced fresh mozzarella with chopped fresh basil (add sun-dried tomatoes for an added twist).
• Sliced fresh mozzarella with prosciutto and fresh basil.
• Sliced cooked chicken and feta cheese, olives and fresh thyme.
• Sliced fresh mozzarella with sliced or chopped roasted red peppers and chopped fresh basil.
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makes 1/4 cup |
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Basil & Garlic Flavored Bread Dipping Oil
1/4 cup Bertolli® Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 tbsp. chopped fresh basil leaves
1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
salt to taste
In small bowl, combine Olive Oil, basil, garlic and salt. Let stand at least 30 minutes or cover and refrigerate up to 1 day; bring to room temperature before serving.
Serve with sliced Italian bread for dipping. |
