One of the easiest to create appetizers can actually be made in a variety of ways. If you have last minute guests coming over, looking for a satisfying or are looking to impress some friends here are some bruschetta recipes sure to please any crowd.
- Basic Bruschetta- A loaf of bread cut into 1 inch diagonals, one clove of garlic to rub on bread, one tomato chopped with fresh herbs (basil, rosemary) and scallions and good olive oil for drizzling on top, drizzle some balsamic vinegar as well
- Bruschetta of Brie, Honey and Pine Nuts-- A loaf of bread (preferably a baguette) cut into 1 inch diagonals and placed in an oven safe dish, brie cheese cut into thickness of your choice fitting right onto the bread, a couple tablespoons of honey to drizzle on bread with cheese and pine nuts sprinkled on top. Set oven to 350 degrees and please oven safe dish for 4-5 minutes on top rack or until bread begins to turn just golden brown.
- Prosciutto- Thinly slices prosciutto di parma, sliced fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, arugula and tomato mix same as basic and drizzled with good olive oil; another version is proscuitto di parma, fresh figs cut in fours, drizzled with honey and balsamic vinegar
- Grilled Shrimp- 1 baguette sliced into 1/2 inch diagonals and dipped into marinade of garlic, fresh basil, rosemary and thyme and olive oil then grilled until golden, 12 devained, peeled, seasoned, grilled shrimp (season with kosher salt, and pepper), 1 chopped tomato 1/2 small red onion and 1 jalapeño diced with juice of 1/2 a lime and 1 table spoon olive oil and salt and pepper to taste, top grilled bread with tomato mix, grilled shrimp and garnish with a few cilantro sprigs
Looking to entertain under a short amount of time or without too much effort set up a bruschetta bar where guests can be creative and the appetizers become the party themselves. A perfect idea for a cocktail party all you need is some garlicky breads and lots of toppings.
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