Bruschetta with Shallots Recipe
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Bruschetta with Shallots

By: DOREENB 
"Shallots are the special ingredient in this easy, filling bruschetta. The tomato mixture tastes best when prepared ahead of time and chilled for approximately 1 hour."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.8 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (59)

What to Drink?
Wine Pinot Grigio
Prep Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 cups
 

Ingredients

  • 12 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons minced shallots
  • 1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, cut into slivers
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 (1 pound) loaf Italian bread, cut into 1/2 inch slices

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, toss together the roma tomatoes, minced garlic, shallots, basil, lemon juice, salt, pepper and 1/3 cup olive oil.
  2. Place the slivered garlic and 1/4 cup olive oil in small saucepan over medium heat. Slowly cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes. Discard garlic.
  3. Toast the bread slices, and brush with the olive oil heated with garlic. Top slices with the roma tomato mixture.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 162 | Total Fat: 9.2g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by ANNE LAMBORN   view full review
Delicious! However, the second time I made them, I prepared the mixture the night before so...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 1, 2006 by DeNean   view full review
This recipes is wonderful, served it as an appetizer for New Years Eve. I thought it was a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by kweb4   view full review
This made a beautiful presentation! Basil and tomatoes fresh from my father's garden, along...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by CHEFJACQUIE   view full review
what an elegant rendition for bruschetta! Very tasty.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 2, 2010 by Wyattdogster Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This was delicious, but we all adore bruschetta anyway! I didn't use the specified amount of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 5, 2006 by Kathy W.   view full review
I took the advise of a previous reviewer and made this the night before let the flavors blend....
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 31, 2005 by Julia   view full review
Great recipe! I have picky tomato eaters so I used only 4 romas. The garlic, shallot and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by JELLBERG   view full review
This is a FABULOUS and easy recipe! I have e-mailed it to many of my friends who raved about...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 2, 2011 by Swidgen Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I made this to take to a dinner and it was a bit hit. Everyone kept complimenting me on it. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by LINDSTROM   view full review
Absolutely without a doubt the best bruschetta we've ever had - thanks!!!

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