Bruschetta with Balsamic Reduction
Bruschetta with Balsamic Reduction is a favorite food of mine! Simple and delicious any time of year. Tomatoes and the Balsamic reduction are the perfect pairings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups quartered cherry tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons good quality extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves
- pinch of Kosher salt and pepper
For the Balsamic reduction- 1 cup good quality balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey
Serveing extras- 1 baguette sliced into 1/2 inch slices
- Fresh mozzarella cheese
- Salami slices or your favorite Italian meats
Instructions
- Combine the tomatoes, olive oil, basil leaves, salt, and pepper. Toss lightly and set aside.
- To make the balsamic reduction, in a small saucepan add the vinegar and honey. Bring to a boil then turn heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes or until the liquid has reduced by half. Remove from heat and let cool. The mixture will get thicker as it cools.
- Place the sliced baguette onto a baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over the bread and place under the broiler. Toast until golden brown, about 1 minute or so.
- To serve place tomato mixture over bread slices and drizzle the balsamic reduction over the top.
Notes
The extra balsamic reduction can be stored and the refrigerator up to a few weeks. Also, delicious on avocados, over a salad, strawberries, yummy on top of a beautifully cooked steak or chicken. Honestly, it's great on just about anything!