Bruschetta

Ingredients

• •1 loaf Baguette
• •1 teaspoon Salt
• •4 large Tomatoes
• •0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• •4 cloves Garlic
• •2 tablespoons Olive oil
• •0.25 cup Fresh basil
• •2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
• •1 medium Onion
• •0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. 1

   Dice tomatoes, drain excess liquid

   💡 Work methodically. Attention to detail separates home cooking from restaurant quality.

2. 2

   Mix tomatoes with minced garlic, basil, olive oil, vinegar

   💡 Maintain oil temperature - too hot burns, too cool makes greasy food.

3. 3

   Season with salt and pepper flakes

   💡 Work methodically. Attention to detail separates home cooking from restaurant quality.

4. 4

   Cover and let rest or marinate for the specified time to allow flavors to penetrate deeply.

   💡 Resting allows proteins to relax and flavors to meld - do not rush this step.

5. 5

   Toast baguette slices

   💡 Work methodically. Attention to detail separates home cooking from restaurant quality.

6. 6

   Rub toast with garlic clove

   💡 Never burn - burnt garlic is bitter. Add to oil early for flavor, late for aroma.

7. 7

   Top with tomato mixture

   💡 Serve immediately