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Fresh Mozzarella Bruschetta

Bruschette are small, open-faced sandwiches of tomato and mozzarella cheese. They are delicious, quick and easy to make, and perfect appetizers.

Total 00:15
Yield 24 bruschette

Ingredients

  • 1 long loaf of crusty French bread
  • 3 medium ripe Roma tomatoes
  • 3 large fresh mozzarella balls
  • 24 fresh basil leaves
  • Coarse salt
  • Black pepper
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Oregano
  • Balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  1. 1
    Cut bread into ½ inch (1.27 cm) slices on the diagonal.
  2. 2
    Lightly toast bread in the oven on both sides.
  3. 3
    Cut tomatoes into ¼ inch (0.75 cm) slices, and place one on each slice of bread.
  4. 4
    Cut mozzarella balls into ¼ inch (0.75cm) slices and place on top of tomato.
  5. 5
    Slice basil into thin strips and sprinkle on top with the oregano.
  6. 6
    Combine olive oil and balsamic vinegar (to taste) in a small bowl
  7. 7
    Drizzle bruschetta with the mixture and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Category
Appetizers
Cuisine
Italian