Smoky Tomato Bruschetta

  • Prep 10 min
  • Total 15 min
  • Servings 12

Ingredients

  • 12 slices (1/2 inch thick) Italian bread
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, skins removed
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese or Italian cheese blend
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel

Steps

  • 1
    Heat oven to 375°F.
  • 2
    Place bread slices on ungreased cookie sheet. Drizzle 1 teaspoon olive oil over each slice of bread.
  • 3
    Bake 6 to 8 minutes or until golden brown.
  • 4
    While hot, gently rub peeled garlic over each bread slice, then place back on cookie sheet.
  • 5
    In small bowl, stir drained tomatoes, salt and pepper. Spoon tomatoes onto bread slices, and top with cheese.
  • 6
    Bake 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve warm topped with lemon peel.

  • Replace cheese with shredded mozzarella or grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Don’t like too much garlic flavor? Skip the garlic, and just top the toasted bread slices with tomato and cheese.

Nutrition Facts are not available for this recipe
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