Bruschetta With Pesto, Mozzarella and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Delicious Bruschetta With Pesto, Mozzarella and Sun-Dried Tomatoes recipe for your snack time
in Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 French baguette , cut into thin slices
1/4 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves , quartered
6 ounces mozzarella cheese , sliced very thin
4 -6 sun-dried tomatoes ( not packed in oil )
3 ounces sun-dried tomatoes ( not packed in oil )
2 garlic cloves
15 big basil leaves
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 cup basil leaves
1/4 cup pine nuts ( or blanched almonds )
3 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup oil ( about )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
635
Sugar
2g
Fat
50g
Bruschetta is a classic Italian appetizer that consists of toasted bread which is rubbed with garlic and topped with olive oil, salt, and pepper. It is often served with a variety of toppings, including fresh tomatoes, cheese, and cured meats. This recipe takes the traditional bruschetta to the next level with the addition of homemade pesto, melted mozzarella cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes. The result is a mouth-watering appetizer that is perfect for entertaining or as an afternoon snack. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have this delicious bruschetta on your table in no time.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F.
2.Place bread slices on baking sheets; brush with oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3.Bake in oven for 6-8 minutes, or until toasted.
4.Rub bread slices with garlic cloves.
5.Layer mozzarella cheese slices on top of bread slices.
6.Place sun-dried tomatoes on top of mozzarella cheese.
7.Brush additional olive oil on top of the sun-dried tomatoes.
8.Bake in oven for 5-6 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
9.To make the pesto, combine garlic cloves, basil leaves, sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, parmesan cheese and olive oil in the bowl of a food processor. Process for several seconds until smooth.
10.Top melted cheese with a dollop of pesto sauce.
11.Serve warm.

PROS

The combination of pesto, melted mozzarella cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes is absolutely delicious.

This bruschetta appetizer is quick and easy to make for a crowd or just for yourself.

It is also a great way to use up leftover bread.

CONS

This recipe calls for a lot of garlic, which may not be suitable for everyone.

The pesto sauce may turn brown if stored for too long due to the oxidation of basil leaves.

It is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Basil, one of the main ingredients in pesto sauce, is loaded with antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties, helping to protect against chronic diseases.
Sun-dried tomatoes are also a good source of antioxidants and vitamins C and K.

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