Garlic Bread with Ripe Tomatoes and Manchego Cheese
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Garlic Bread with Ripe Tomatoes and Manchego Cheese recipe, a Mediterranean-inspired delight bursting with flavor and texture. Featuring crispy, golden-brown baguette slices brushed with fragrant olive oil and infused with the bold aroma of freshly minced garlic, this dish is topped with juicy, tangy diced tomatoes seasoned to perfection. A generous sprinkle of nutty Manchego cheese adds richness, which melts beautifully in the oven, creating an indulgent layer of creamy goodness. Garnished with fresh basil leaves, this elegant yet easy-to-make dish is perfect for entertaining or a cozy night in. Ready in just 25 minutes, this savory appetizer pairs wonderfully with a glass of wine or as an accompaniment to soups and salads. Your taste buds will thank you for this delectable twist on classic bruschetta!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole Baguette
- 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 medium Ripe tomatoes
- 100 grams Manchego cheese
- 5 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the baguette diagonally into 1/2-inch thick pieces to create 12-15 slices.
Place the slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Toast the bread in the oven for 5 minutes, then flip and bake for another 3-5 minutes until golden and crisp.
While the bread is toasting, peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Dice the ripe tomatoes into small cubes and place them in a bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
Grate the Manchego cheese finely and set it aside.
Take the toasted bread slices out of the oven and, while still warm, lightly rub the top of each slice with the minced garlic.
Spoon the tomato mixture generously over each bread slice, allowing the juices to soak into the bread slightly.
Sprinkle a generous layer of Manchego cheese over the tomatoes.
Place the assembled garlic bread back into the oven for 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese has melted.
Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Serve immediately while the bread is warm and the cheese is gooey. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1810 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.5 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.1 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 3787 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.2 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 62.6 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 924 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1003 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
