Bruschetta II Recipe
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Bruschetta II

By: Maryanne 
"This Italian appetizer made of bread, fresh spinach, and some other goodies is great for serving at parties. A French baguette is a long, narrow loaf of French bread. I like to garnish the bruschetta with more basil."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.7 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (42)

What to Drink?

Wine Pinot Grigio
 

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Original Recipe Yield 8 appetizer servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) loaf French baguette
  • 1 1/2 cups spinach - packed, rinsed and torn
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups finely chopped almonds
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Arrange the bread slices on a non-stick cookie sheet.
  2. In an electric blender or food processor combine the spinach, Parmesan, almonds, basil, garlic, salt and pepper. Blend until a paste forms. Pulse in 2 tablespoons olive oil; continue pulsing until the mixture is the consistency of soft butter.
  3. In a small mixing bowl combine chopped tomatoes, green onion and 1 tablespoon olive oil; stir.
  4. Bake the bread slices for 5 minutes or until crisp and brown.
  5. Arrange toast on a serving platter. Spread each piece of toast with a thin layer of the blended pesto, then top with the tomato mixture.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 529 | Total Fat: 39.7g | Cholesterol: 6mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 9, 2003 by MCCLEARYS   view full review
This was relatively easy to make (and quick cleanup- just my processor)and was a hit at a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 0 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2003 by tperry123   view full review
This was definitely a big hit at my family gathering. Most said it was the best bruschetta...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 9, 2003 by MHOOVER   view full review
Wonderful recipe. I made mine in the blender this time but I believe it will be easier in the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 9, 2003 by Julie   view full review
This was a great hit at the bridal shower I took it to. Quick and easy to make.
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 6, 2009 by MommyofRedHeads   view full review
5 stars for taste, 4 stars for the ingredient list, 4.5 overall. First of all, I halved the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 27, 2006 by ASHBERRY95   view full review
Mmmm...I loved this bruschetta and so did everyone else at the party. Without a food...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 9, 2003 by Kelley   view full review
Tastes Great and a hit at the last party I went to, but the spread was messy to make...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 9, 2003 by KARY WEBB   view full review
This recipe has been a hit for me! It is so fresh and light. I have taken it to several...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 9, 2003 by JACK JARRARD   view full review
Has become a family favorite. Nary a leftover.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 2, 2011 by Royall   view full review
Made this for a "True Blood" potluck party. It was a quick and easy pupu (Hawaiian for...

 

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