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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 5 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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Want to make an easy Bruschetta using canned tomatoes ? This is wonderful and easy appetizer. This make a few trays your guests will love. Yes I know, fresh tomatoes are better. I prefer to use them, but these work out well! Read more ! Ingredients:
1 (32-ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained . |
1 cup fresh basil leaves. |
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil |
6 cloves garlic, peeled. |
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper . |
2 french baquettes, sliced 1-inch thick (about 36 slices) |
1 1/2 pounds fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 1/4-inch thick. |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 375 .
2. In the bowl of a food processor, add drained tomatoes, 1 cup basil leaves, olive oil and 2 cloves garlic. Pulse until smooth, but somewhat chunky. Season with salt and pepper.
3. On a baking sheet, line up baguette slices. Toast in oven for about 3 minutes or until light golden brown.
4. Working quickly, rub the remaining garlic cloves on the toasted side of each slice and then lay a piece of mozzarella cheese on top. Place bread back in oven and melt cheese slightly, about 45 seconds.
5. Remove from oven and spread one tablespoon of the tomato mixture on each piece.
6. Serve , and enjoy
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