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Bruschetta al Pomodoro

SUBMITTED BY: Ada

This is a delicious way to use all the extra tomatoes and basil growing in the garden. Buon appetito!

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Red, White, and Blue Bruschetta

Submitted by: jim roos

Home Town: Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA

Living In: Traverse City, Michigan, USA

The classic toasted bread appetizer gets an all-American update with a topping of red sun-dried tomato, white great northern beans, and blue Gorgonzola, all served warm.

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Mushroom and Tomato Bruschetta

Submitted by: Delray

Home Town: Toledo, Ohio, USA

A juicy fresh mushroom and tomato topping sets this easy bruschetta recipe apart. The cheese-topped appetizers are broiled and served warm.

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Carbonara Quesadillas

Submitted by: Tina

These Italian-inspired quesadillas are loaded with chicken alfredo sauce, bacon, mushrooms, and a hearty portion of melted mozzarella cheese.

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Double Tomato Bruschetta

Submitted by: Laurie Thompson

A delicious and easy appetizer. The balsamic vinegar gives it a little bite. Dried basil can be substituted but it is best with fresh.

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Chicken and Sun-Dried Tomato Bruschetta

Submitted by: SMPETER

Marinated chicken, spinach, feta, and sun-dried tomatoes are tossed with dressing and served on grilled or toasted slices of focaccia bread. This is a great appetizer any time of year!

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Bruschetta I

Provided by: Dawn

Fresh tomatoes, parsley, chives, garlic and basil create this beautiful, tasty dish. Add balsamic vinegar if you like. Serve on toasted French bread with pesto, or enjoy it all by itself.

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