HOT BRUSCHETTA

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Provided by Valerie Fields

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 stick salted butter
1/4-1/3 c olive oil
2 Tbsp minced garlic
3 loafs of french baguettet bread
1 to 2 rounds of soft mozzarella cheese
1 bunch basil, fresh
6 each roma tomatoes
pinch salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Bruschetta 2 sticks of melted, salted butter 1/4 to 1/3 cup of olive oil 1 Tbs of minced garlic 3 loafs of baguette bread Heat these three ingredients in a sauce pan to melt better. This helps infuse the flavors. Slice bread to desired thickness, butter with above ingredients. Brush bread with butter mixture and heat at approximately 375 degree oven toasting for about 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool down if making ahead. (can be stored in plastic bags for next day use) Bruschetta Topping: 1 to 2 soft mozzarella cheese rounds (using approx. 1 1/2), diced 1 bunch of basil (using approx. 1/2) diced 6 roma tomatoes, diced 1 Tbs. of garlic Pinch of salt/pepper to taste If you have any of the butter/garlic mixture left add to the topping, mixing well. This should make a large amount, so adjust for guest numbers. Combining mixture, placing about 1 tsp. or more on each bread round, fill tray for oven cooking for about 5 to 6 minutes until cheese has melted a bit. Serve immediately Valerie Fields