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Tomato Basil Garlic Bread

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Tomato Basil Garlic Bread is a delicious and simple dish that pairs wonderfully with many meals, featuring garlic, fresh tomatoes, and basil for a burst of flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Bread Base
  • 1 loaf baguette or Italian loaf, sliced
Toppings
  • 2 tbsp butter, softened
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese For a creamier texture, use fresh mozzarella.
  • 2 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced Sun-dried tomatoes can be used for a different flavor.
  • to taste fresh basil leaves
  • 1 tsp dried Italian herbs Other herbs like oregano or parsley can be added.
  • to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • for drizzling olive oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the softened butter and minced garlic.
  3. Spread the garlic butter mixture over the slices of bread.
  4. Layer the sliced tomatoes on the bread, followed by the mozzarella cheese.
  5. Sprinkle with dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
  6. Add fresh basil leaves on top.
  7. Drizzle with olive oil.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
  1. Serve warm. Cut it into smaller pieces for easy sharing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture. To store, let it cool completely, then place it in an airtight container or wrap tightly. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to warm and melt the cheese.
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