Brushetta with Tomatoes & Fresh Mozzarella

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 612.9
  • Total Fat: 33.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 44.8 mg
  • Sodium: 1,240.5 mg
  • Total Carbs: 56.1 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.8 g
  • Protein: 21.7 g

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Introduction

From 365 Great 20 Minute Recipes From 365 Great 20 Minute Recipes
Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

    12 Slices of Italian Bread
    2 lbs ripe tomatoes
    1/3 cup slivered fresh basil
    2 garlic cloves
    1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
    3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
    1/2 tsp salt
    1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
    8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 F. Place bread in a single layer on a baking sheet and toast in oven 3-5 minutes, until pale golden on top. Turn and toast 3-4 minutes until second side is pale golden.
2. In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, oil, vinegar, salt & hot pepper. Toss to mix well.
3. Place 3 toasts on each plate. Spoon tomatoes and juice over bread and arrange cheese slices on top. Garnish with sprigs of fresh basil.

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user CAREYLORI.