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Bruschetta Recipe Using Rusk
When you have too many tomatoes, make bruschetta! A delicious and colourful appetizer for the summer.
Another Italian classic that can be made at home easily for parties, brunches and great even as a snack.
Bruschetta has to be eaten fresh. Believe me, you will not like a soggy appetiser. Fresh and juicy tomatoes along with vinegar, fresh basil and garlic topped on crisp toasted bread. It is such a simple recipe that even kids can make it themselves.
If like me you have questions about the Classic Italian Bruschetta the read on
Contents:
- First, What is bruschetta?
- What does bruschetta taste like?
- Is there a difference between bruschetta and crostini?
- Do I serve Classic Bruschetta with bread only?
- Can I store the Bruschetta?
- Ingredients For Fresh Bruschetta
- How To Make The Delicious Easy Bruschetta Recipe
- Recipe Card For Bruschetta Recipe Using Rusk
- Tips to make better Bruschetta
- What To Serve With Easy Homemade Bruschetta
- Pin for Later
First, What is bruschetta?
Bruschetta has humble beginnings; it was made to salvage bread from going stale.
Now Bruschetta is an Italian starter and a part of the antipastos menu. To make bruschetta bread is toasted/ grilled crisp, then rubbed with garlic and topped with olive oil and salt.
Of course, there are variations; the other toppings maybe tomatoes, beans, vegetables or meats. If you are in Tuscany in November you can expect to be served fettunta, the bread is served without toppings to taste the first oil.
What does bruschetta taste like?
One word AWESOME! All the ingredients you have used complement each other and you can taste them.
Is there a difference between bruschetta and crostini?
There is a difference in the breads used to make Bruschetta and Crostini.
Bruschetta is made by toasting rustic Italian or sourdough bread slices, wide and full slices. To make Crostini a finer bread something like a baguette is sliced and toasted.
Do I serve Classic Bruschetta with bread only?
I chose to use a packet of toast to make my classic bruschetta. But, go ahead and use any bread you like. The other options are french bread, regular sliced bread, and crackers, sourdough bread. Rustic bread is better for a bruschetta.
Bruschetta is an open sandwich so hold it in your hand and eat.
Why not make masala papad with a bruschetta. 😀 Next time I get basil I definitely will try this.
Can I store the Bruschetta?
The tomato topping tastes better fresh. It can stay okay for 1-2 days in an air-tight container in the fridge.
Now let us see how to make Bruschetta
Ingredients For Fresh Bruschetta
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil: I generally use EVO but other oils are okay too. If you do not mind dairy try a herb flavoured butter.
- Garlic: Fresh garlic minced. Chopping will not give you the same intense flavour. Also, 2 more cloves for rubbing on the bread.
- Tomatoes: I have used cherry tomatoes here but you can use regular tomatoes or Roma tomatoes. In my corner of the world, tomatoes are divided as tomatoes and cherry tomatoes I have tried both.
- Vinegar: Use Balsamic vinegar all the flavours blend well with balsamic vinegar. If you cannot source it, make it, here is the link to my homemade balsamic vinegar. For an authentic bruschetta, this is a necessary ingredient.
- Salt: I use regular salt.
- Fresh Basil: Along with balsamic vinegar basil is a necessary ingredient.
- Bread: While french bread, rustic sourdough bread is recommended I have made it using bakery toasted crisp toasts. You can also use regular bread since sliced bread is easily available, only toast it crisp.
- Optional ingredients: Black pepper, Parmesan cheese, chilli flakes I have not used any of these it but have seen recipes using these. Try it, you may like it.
How To Make The Delicious Easy Bruschetta Recipe
Making bruschetta, fresh is simple. Here is what you can do and let the kids take over once the basics are done. Younger kids are more willing to try veggies and newer foods if they have “made” the food all are eating.
- I bought a packet of toast/rusk from the bakery. You can use a tawa/skillet, oven or a toaster and toast the bread you are planning to use. I prefer to use the skillet, easier to wash and yes lesser gadgets in my crowded kitchen.
- Apply a little EVO oil and warm the rusk(in my case) and rub a clove of garlic. I used 3 cloves of garlic for the entire batch of 500 grams of toast.
- I have today added the garlic finely minced without sauteing. but you can also saute the garlic in a small pan till the garlic turns light golden brown. Let it cool.
- Meanwhile, chop the tomatoes and basil. Transfer to a bowl to mix.
- Add the garlic, oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper, parmesan if using. Toss well.
- Now let your kid arrange it on the toasted bread and serve. A bit messy but in the long run you will thank yourself for doing this.
Recipe Card For Bruschetta Recipe Using Rusk
Bruschetta Recipe Using Rusk
Take a shortcut for your next Summer Party appetizer use bakery brought toast or Rusk! A simple and colourful snack that easy for kids to put together.
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Servings: 20 servings
Calories: 41kcal
Equipment
- Non-stick tava/skillet
- Oven
- Knife
- Chopping Board
- Bowl for mixing
Ingredients
For The Tomato Bruschetta
- 4 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 200 g tomatoes sliced
- ¼ cup basil thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon red chilli flakes
FOR THE BREAD
- 500 grams rusk
- extra-virgin olive oil for brushing
- 3 cloves garlic
Instructions
If you are like me planning to use the skillet then heat it.
- Brush oil on both sides of the rusk and warm it up
If you plan to use the oven to toast bread
- Preheat the oven to 200C| 400°.
- Brush the sliced bread with oil on both sides.
- Arrange them on a baking tray and toast till you get a nice golden colour. After about 10 minutes flip it over and toast on the other side.
- Whatever method you use immediately rub the garlic cloves on the toast.
Getting the Topping Ready:
- In a small pan heat the 4 tablespoon olive oil. Saute the garlic till the garlic turns light golden brown. Set aside to cool. You can also use the garlic without sauteing
- Meanwhile, chop the tomatoes and basil. Transfer to a bowl to mix.
- Add the garlic, oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper, parmesan if using. Toss well.
- Top it on the toasted bread and serve.
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Tips to make better Bruschetta
- Use fresh ingredients. There are times I picked up the ingredients and postponed making the bruschetta and it did not taste as good. In Goa, I will prefer to buy my ingredients on the same day.
- For a party toast the bread and keep in an air-tight container. The tomatoes and basil can be chopped and kept aside in the fridge. Toss and serve immediately.
What To Serve With Easy Homemade Bruschetta
Serve Bruschetta as a starter then serve this delicious Italian food to go with it.
- Spaghetti and Vegetable MeatBalls
- Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
- Spaghetti with Green Olives and Lemons Recipe
- Insalata Caprese Indianised
- Quinoa Salad
- Pasta with Roasted Tomato and Red Pepper
- Roasted Bell Pepper and Tomato Soup
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Vidya Narayan says
The idea of using the rusks is awesome. How refreshing are these cute bite size party snack! Loved it Archana.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Vidya.
Shobha Keshwani says
I love these . You can relish them with different toppings . The fresh basil flavour with tomatoes is amazing
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Shobha.
Renu says
This is a great snack for evening. We generally do not have bread but at times rusk and kids are hungry and I think what to do in between office. The idea of using rusk is good and looks filling too
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Renu.
Chef Mireille says
Using store bought rusk is such a great idea for easy and instant bruschetta. Will start keeping these at home all the time just for this bruschetta. What a fresh and flavorful snack, especially in the summer heat!
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 Thanks, Mir!
Priya Srinivasan says
Oh yumm that looks very tempting arch! I never buy rusk fearing no one would eat, this post gives me a great idea, i m definitely buying it next time and trying this bruschetta!!! A simple topping ,but totally inviting!
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 Thanks, Priya.
Mayuri Patel says
Such a quick and easy way to make my all time favorite Bruschetta using ready made rusks. Awesome idea to take care of sudden hunger pangs. Next weekend plan for my movie night as its so easy to put together.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 Thanks. Remember however the rusk is generally sweetish.
Preethicuisine says
Using Rusk to make bruschetta Is a fabulous idea.Love these cute bite size Bruschetta. Party pleaser for sure.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Preethi.