Alessi Bruschetta

Ripe, Simple, and Unhurried

Bruschetta is one of those preparations that rewards restraint more than effort. It asks you to trust the tomato — its weight, its acidity, the way it softens when given just a moment to rest. There is something quietly ceremonial about assembling it: the slow press of garlic, the torn basil, the generous pour of olive oil catching the light. It doesn't require heat or technique so much as attention. A little patience, and the ingredients do exactly what they've always known how to do.

Ingredients

• 1/2 packages Alessi Bruschette
• 1 can Alessi Whole Peeled San Marzano Tomatoes
• 1/4 teaspoons Alessi Garlic Puree
• 1 tablespoon Alessi Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 4 basil leaves, finely chopped
• Alessi Sea Salt, to taste

Instructions

1. Arrange toasts on a large platter.
2. Open can of tomatoes and drain excess liquid.
3. Remove ends from each tomato, dice and place in a medium bowl.
4. Stir in garlic puree, olive oil, basil and salt.
5. Blend well.
6. Top each toast with a spoonful of tomato mixture and garnish with basil leaves.