Toasted Bread for Bruschetta
- 1 (12x5-inch) loaf country bread with thick crust, ends discarded, sliced crosswise into 3⁄4-inch-thick pieces
- 1 garlic clove, peeled
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Kosher or flake sea salt
- Adjust oven rack 4 inches from broiler element and heat broiler.
- Arrange bread in a single layer on an aluminum foil-lined baking sheet.
- Broil until bread is deep golden and toasted on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes per side.
- Lightly rub 1 side of each toast with garlic (you will not use all of garlic). Brush with oil and season with salt to taste.
Larger than crostini, these garlicky toasts give a flavorful foundation to whatever toppings you choose to pile on. This recipe can easily be doubled.
Try these toppings!
Here are some spreads that go great on this bread!
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