Fresh Bruschetta

[ We paired Hollywood & Vine 2480 cab with the appetizer ]

Out of all my recipes, this one definitely ranks in the top five. The look & taste of this homemade skinny bruschetta proved itself as the quintessential appetizer & the ideal complement to a glass of dry red wine. Tomatoes are a smart diet choice because they’re known to prevent cancer, contain tons of antioxidants [ specifically: lycopene ] & can even lower cholesterol. We enjoyed this while watching the sunset with Pixy. Bonus: the whole recipe takes a total of ten minutes!

[ Organic tomatoes from Chino Farm ]

[ Fresh diced ingredients ]

[ I used a multi grain baguette as opposed to white bread ]

[ The sunset was an extra added treat ]

Fresh Bruschetta 

* Serves 2 people

1 multi grain baguette

3 organic tomatoes, diced

3 cloves of garlic, minced

1 teaspoon lite butter

1 half of a meyer lemon

4 basil leaves, diced

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

A pinch of salt

A pinch of black pepper

Pre-heat oven to 350. Slice up a multi grain baguette in to small pieces. Lightly butter each piece. Put in the oven for five minutes. Dice up tomatoes, basil leaves and minced garlic. Add to a bowl. Then mix in squeezed lemon, EVOO, salt & pepper. Remove bread from oven and put on a separate plate. Carefully scoop bruschetta on to pieces, add one small leave of basil on the top and serve. Best served with a yummy red wine!