Thursday, June 7, 2012

Bruschetta

Bruschetta
A few days ago I mentioned here that I would be posting my bruschetta recipe soon and that day has finally arrived.  

This is one of my favourites and can be eaten as a meal on its own, but we had these as appetizers once those steaks arrived at our door with my daughter's boyfriend.  

We had so much left over that I just stored the remainder in the refrigerator.  Yes. This can be eaten again the next day, however, we ended up stirring the remainder into a bowl of freshly made whole wheat pasta and had it for lunch with grilled chicken.

The secret to a perfect bruschetta is to let it sit for a good 30 to 60 minutes before serving.  The flavours of the garlic, basil and onions intensify as they infuse into the tomato's juices.  The longer it sits, the better it tastes.

INGREDIENTS:
4 Tomatoes
1 Large Onion - finely diced
2 Garlic Cloves - finely chopped
1 Bunch of Basil
Splash of Olive Oil
Salt & Pepper to taste


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20 comments:

  1. UnknownJune 7, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    ummm looks inviting. Such a simple and comforting dish. Great job.
    Anuja

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  2. Ellen B CookeryJune 7, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    Thanks, Anuja! I enjoy your recipes too. I definitely need to try out your June challenge once strawberries are ready to pick.

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  3. Caity @ Awkward KitchenetteJune 7, 2012 at 9:19 AM

    YUM! Bruschetta is my favorite summer dish! Love your recipe!

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  4. ClaudiaJune 7, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    I let bruschetta sit all day sometimes! Love this dish - and your photos just sing of freshness and summer!

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    1. Ellen B CookeryJune 7, 2012 at 11:06 AM

      Coming from an Italian cook, I take this as a compliment. Thank-you!

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  5. Dash InteriorsJune 7, 2012 at 10:55 AM

    Dang girl these look great!! Nice and fresh! Thank you for the recipe!

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    1. Ellen B CookeryJune 7, 2012 at 11:02 AM

      Goes really well with a glass of wine! ... although we had ours with Crantinis.

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  6. adorasboxJune 7, 2012 at 12:53 PM

    I love the simplicity and freshness of this mix. I think this will be delicious on grilled sea food.

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  7. pamJune 7, 2012 at 2:22 PM

    I can easily make a meal of this!

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    1. Ellen B CookeryJune 7, 2012 at 6:15 PM

      It's such a versatile dish that can sit in your fridge for a good week.

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  8. Oishii TreatsJune 7, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    this looks tasty, I love brushetta. so delicious and simple. sounds like you all had a wonderful meal =)

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    1. Ellen B CookeryJune 7, 2012 at 6:22 PM

      We really did have fun and the weather was on our side.

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  9. UnknownJune 8, 2012 at 7:42 AM

    I love, love, love bruschetta, you can do SO much with it. I love it as a perfect summer lunch on the lanai! I am your newest follower, look forward to sharing!

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    1. Ellen B CookeryJune 8, 2012 at 8:04 AM

      Thanks for the friendship! Consider me one of your followers too.

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  10. NadaJune 9, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    Hi Ellen. Thanks for stopping by!

    Your blog is so cute...I love the banner you've got here as well as the logo..not to mention the recipes..

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    1. Ellen B CookeryJune 10, 2012 at 7:02 AM

      Thank you for your kind words and thank you for the returned friendship.

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  11. pamJune 9, 2012 at 10:12 PM

    Hi Ellen,
    Your recipes are amazing! Great blog! Pam Skinnysweetsdaily.com

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