Description
A quick and comforting garlic bread topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic, baked until golden and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of bread (French or Italian)
- 2 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine diced tomatoes, basil, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir gently.
- Slice the loaf of bread in half lengthwise.
- Spread the tomato mixture evenly on each half of the bread.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top, if using.
- Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.
- Remove from oven, let cool slightly, then slice and serve.
Notes
For best results, avoid overloading with tomatoes to prevent sogginess. Let bread rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg