Tuscan Truffle Bruschetta

The Spice & Tea Exchange
Servings

16 slices

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

14 minutes

Add extra zest to this classic hors d'oeuvre by combining extra Italian flavor with some wild truffle notes. Start with a light brushing of olive oil, top with a tasty tomato mix, and finish with rich Gouda cheese.
Tuscan Truffle Bruschetta

Ingredients

  • 3 (medium) round tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
  • 1 cup onion, diced
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh basil, chopped (2 tsp. Basil if fresh is unavailable)
  • 1 Tbsp. Tuscany Spice Blend
  • 2 tsp. Tomato Powder
  • 1 (16 ounce) loaf Italian bread, cut diagonally into 1" slices
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 tsp. Black Truffle Sea Salt
  • 8 oz. Gouda cheese, sliced

Directions

  1. PREHEAT oven to 400°F.
  2. COMBINE tomatoes, vinegar, onion, basil, Tuscany Spice Blend, and Tomato Powder in a medium bowl.
  3. PLACE bread slices on a baking sheet and use a basting brush to brush each with olive oil. Sprinkle Black Truffle Sea Salt evenly amongst slices.
  4. BAKE in oven until bread is slightly browned; about 5 mins.
  5. TOP each slice with about ¼ cup of the tomato mixture.
  6. PLACE a slice of Gouda cheese on each and bake for 7-9 mins.
  7. COOL, serve, and enjoy! Garnish with additional Tuscany Spice Blend or Black Truffle Sea Salt if desired.
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