Fresh Mozzarella Bruschetta

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Small, open-faced sandwiches, Burschetta make perfect appetizers. They are delicious and quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

• 1 long loaf crusty bread
• 3 medium ripe tomatoes
• 3 large fresh mozzarella balls
• 24 fresh basil leaves
• Coarse salt
• Extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

1. Cut Bread into 1/2" slices on the diagonal
2. Lightly toast bread in the oven on both sides
3. Cut tomatoes into 1/4 inch slices and place one on each slice of bread.
4. Cut mozzarella balls into 1/4 inch slices and place on top of tomato.
5. Chop basil into thin strips and sprinkle on top
6. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.

Makes about 24 Bruschetta