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Bruschetta brings the vibrant taste of Italy to any appetizer spread. This no-fuss starter is simplicity at its best: Juicy tomatoes tossed with fresh basil, garlic and the best olive oil<\/a> you can get a hold of, all heaped on top of gorgeously toasted bread.<\/p>\n

When a recipe calls for so few ingredients, you want to use the best you can find so they each shine through. Summer is peak season for the best tomatoes and the freshest basil, which is why this is a perfect dish for backyard picnics, cookouts and potlucks. But you can make bruschetta any time of year with grocery store finds.<\/p>\n

What is bruschetta?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

One of our favorite Italian recipes<\/a>, bruschetta is considered an antipasto, or appetizer. Traditionally, bruschetta is simply grilled bread (the word “bruschetta” means “to roast over coals”) rubbed with garlic cloves and drizzled with really good extra virgin olive oil.<\/p>\n

But now bruschetta recipes<\/a> vary endlessly, with toppings like fresh tomato, as with this recipe, to cheeses, jams, cured meats and more. Sweet or savory, vegetarian or not, the secret to making the tastiest bruschetta is to use high-quality ingredients.<\/p>\n

Ingredients for Tomato Bruschetta<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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