Best Easy Cheesy Bruschetta Recipes

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EASY BRUSCHETTA



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I always serve this as a starter at dinner parties. Everyone loves it because it is so light and tasty.

Provided by JANWEISBERGER

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Bruschetta Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 French baguette, cut into 1/2 inch thick circles
8 plum tomatoes, diced
1 cup chopped fresh basil
½ red onion, minced
freshly ground black pepper
3 cloves garlic

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine tomato, basil, and red onion in a small mixing bowl; stir well. Season with freshly ground black pepper. Set aside.
  • Arrange bread on a baking sheet. Place in oven, and bake until well toasted, approximately 5 minutes.
  • Remove bread from oven, and transfer to a large serving platter. Let bread cool 3 to 5 minutes. Rub garlic into the top of each slice of toast; the toast should glisten with the garlic. Spoon the tomato mixture generously onto each slice, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 186.3 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

EASY CHEESY BRUSCHETTA



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I only make bruschetta when my garden tomatoes are ripe and my herbs are ready and this is the recipe I use. We all look forward to summer, ripe tomates, fresh herbs, and bruschetta. From allrecipes originally.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1/2 sweet onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
Italian bread, baguette sliced into 1 inch slices
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, olive oil, oregano, basil and parsley. Place bread on a baking sheet and top with tomato mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until bottom of bread has browned.
  • Allow to cool about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.8, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 101.1, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 3, Protein 3.4

CHEESY BRUSCHETTA SPREAD



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Every bite of this cheesy dip delivers tons of flavor. I have been asked over and over again for the recipe. It's so easy to make and a great appetizer for any time of year. -Maggie McDermott, Central Square, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h45m

Yield about 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup prepared pesto
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups grape tomatoes
1 carton (8 ounces) fresh mozzarella cheese pearls, drained
Minced fresh basil, optional
French bread slices (1/2 inch thick), toasted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, pesto, salt and pepper until combined. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Top with tomatoes and mozzarella cheese. Cook, covered, on low until heated though and cheese begins to melt, 1-1/2-2 hours. If desired, sprinkle with basil. Serve with toasted bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 96mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CILANTRO TOMATO BRUSCHETTA



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This is an easy tomato appetizer that all of my family and friends love. The garden-fresh ingredients capture summer and meld together for a delightful hors d'oeuvre recipe that goes well with many different main dishes. -Lisa Kane, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut into 1-inch slices
1/2 cup olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
3 small tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Place bread slices on ungreased baking sheets; brush with 1/4 cup oil. Bake until golden brown, 10-12 minutes., In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar and remaining oil. Stir in tomatoes, onion, cilantro, salt and pepper., To serve, spoon scant 1 tablespoon tomato mixture onto each slice of bread. Top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 147mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY BRUSCHETTA



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Yummy and very easy - a favorite appetizer at our home - especially good with tomatoes from the vine!

Provided by Graybert

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 French baguette, sliced on the diagonal into pieces
kraft creamy caesar salad dressing or roasted garlic salad dressing
chopped roma tomato
grated mozzarella cheese
oregano

Steps:

  • Brush slices of bread with salad dressing.
  • Top with chopped tomatoes.
  • Sprinkle the top with cheese and (optional) oregano.
  • Place in a toaster oven until cheese melts and bread is toasted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.2, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 82.1, Carbohydrate 9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.4, Protein 1.9

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