Olive Garden Bruschetta Al Pomodoro Recipes

Steps:

• Preheat the broiler.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the tomatoes, basil, garlic, oregano, red pepper, salt, pepper and olive oil. Use more olive oil, if necessary, to coat the entire mixture. Allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
• Slice the bread. On a baking sheet, arrange the slices in a single layer. Brown both sides of the bread slightly in the oven. Remove the slices from the oven. Spread the tomato mixture on the slices. Broil 2 to 3 minutes, or until the mixture is hot but not cooked.

Steps:

• Mix chopped tomatoes, basil, garlic and oil. Allow to marinate for 30 minutes in refrigerator.
• When ready to serve, grill or toast bread to light brown consistency and top with tomato mixture.

Steps:

• Heat olive oil over high heat and add garlic; saute for 30 seconds.
• Add tomatoes, salt, and pepper.
• Saute for another 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
• Remove from heat.
• Add cooked pasta and chopped basil.
• Toss gently.
• Turn into serving bowl/dish, add 1/2 grated cheese, and toss again.
• Serve immediately and pass the last 2 oz. of grated parmesan.