Description
A delightful twist on traditional garlic bread, topped with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and crispy prosciutto.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of Italian bread
- 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup of fresh mozzarella, diced
- 1/4 cup of fresh basil, chopped
- 4 ounces of prosciutto, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix the softened butter with the minced garlic until it’s smooth and fragrant.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture over the sliced sides of the Italian bread, ensuring every inch is coated.
- Arrange the bread on a baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crisp.
- Combine cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spread the vibrant tomato mixture evenly over the garlic-infused bread.
- Cook the prosciutto in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then crumble it over the topped bread.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
For an exquisite presentation, serve on a wooden cutting board, garnished with extra basil leaves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg