Wonderful Hubby and I have had a tradition of sharing appetizers on Friday evenings. You can read about it here. This month I wanted to share a simple recipe for one our favorites.
We became aquainted with bruschettas when we traveled to Italy years ago. Precious Daughter, Favorite Son and Dearest Mother-in-Law were also with us. While walking by what we thought was a sandwich shop, we noticed these little open-faced beauties, each sporting a different delectable topping. They were DELICIOUS and I thought, "How hard can they be to make?"
I was right. Just brush small slices of bread (baguettes or Italian loaf) with olive oil and toast them on a George Foreman grill, Panini maker or in the oven, then top with whatever suits your fancy!
For these, just saute slices of red, yellow and/or orange peppers in olive oil for 10 - 12 minutes or until they are soft and slightly browned. Add one teaspoon of sugar and 1 tablespoon of drained capers. Continue sauteing. Add about one tablespoon each of minced shallots and basil. Heat through and you're ready to top your bread. I add freshly grated Parmesan cheese but I've also added a little blue cheese, too. (If you add the blue cheese, you might want to put them in the oven for a couple of minutes to melt the cheese.)
As you can see, we enjoyed some wine and chocolate with our bruschettas! (Chocolate goes with everything!!) I hope you give these a try. They're easy and SO yummy!
I'm also hope you're staying cozy where ever you are. We're expecting a little warm-up this next week! Can't wait for Spring!!!
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9 comments:
Such a perfect setting for such a yummy spread! I love bruschetta! And how absolutely awesome that you were all able to go to Italy together! A happy week to you!!! Nicole xoxo
Look delicious on a cold evening!
So nice to meet you!
Your sauteed pepper brushchettas look delightful and sound delicious, which I'm sure they were, especially paired with chocolate and wine; love it!
Thanks for sharing.
Poppy
Oh I love Bruschetta! Wish I had one to much on right now. lol! We really enjoy appetizers and they are a great go to item when friends get together. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
This particular recipe sounds absolutely delicious! I many need to try this one! thanks for visiting and commenting on my snowman table--I really appreciate it! ~Zuni
PS - I'm still wishing I had those red bowls in your previous post!! :)
Oh, what a great shot for the setting! I love bruschettas, and yours look amazing...and yes, I'd love them with some red wine, myself...thanks!
Have a nice weekend.
FABBY
Bruschettas make wonderful appetizers for any occasion especially "date nights." And red wine goes with it charmingly:) I love your delightful spread, has me wishing for summer! Happy weekend! Hugs, Poppy
I always enjoy bruschettas and yours look delish. Of course, I love chocolate too.
These look wonderful :) While I enjoy the scents of many different things, when I am cooking up something like peppers and onions together I think that it is the most wonderful scent in the world...anything with peppers is fantastic : )
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