Description
A quick and flavorful appetizer featuring gooey cheese, fresh tomatoes, and fragrant basil atop crispy baguette slices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or a blend)
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 baguette, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the baguette slices evenly on a baking sheet.
- Lightly brush each slice with olive oil.
- Top each piece with shredded cheese, followed by diced tomatoes and basil.
- Sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
These appetizers are best enjoyed fresh but can be prepared in advance and heated before serving. Consider adding a drizzle of balsamic glaze for an extra touch.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: appetizer, cheese, easy recipe, party food, quick bites