2007-08-27T17:06:45Z 4.3 20 0 2007-08-27T17:06:45Z false 19702 0 Bruschetta is one of the simplest things in the world to make and is usually served as an appetizer. In Italian, Bruschetta is pronounced as ‘brusketta’, where ‘bruscare’ means ‘to roast over coals’. Regardless of American slang usage, the word ‘bruschetta’ refers to the dish as a whole, not any one of its parts. 1 933 3067 8 thick slices coarse bread 1 to 4 garlic cloves, halved or peeled and crushed, to taste Extra virgin olive oil as needed Salt to taste Black Pepper to taste 1 Bruschetta-Basic- 1 Preheat the broiler or start a charcoal or wood fire. Broil or grill the bread until lightly browned on both sides. This may take less than a minute on a side; watch carefully so the bread doesn't burn. While it's still hot, rub the bread with the garlic on one or both sides. Put it on a plate, then drizzle it with olive oil and sprinkle it with salt and pepper. Serve warm. Note: You may top the breads with cubed tomatoes, dried basil and grated parmesan cheese. Refer to 'Similar Recipes' on this page for more ideas. 20 4 3 3 2010-03-10T07:37:01Z