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Caprese Baguettes

Italian style caprese baguettes that are super flavorful and with plenty of crunch from the crispy garlicky bread.

Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Italian
Keyword baguette, baguettes, caprese, caprese baguette
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 10

Ingredients

  • 1 Baguette Loaf
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter or Oil
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic, whole
  • 3 Roma Tomatoes, sliced or more if needed
  • Mozzarella Cheese, soft and melty If preferred, shredded will work as well.
  • Fresh Basil, torn
  • 1 tbsp Marinara Sauce, optional Enough to smear over garlic baguettes
  • Pepperoni slices, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven at 400 degrees.

  2. Add oil to a pan on the stovetop on medium low heat.

  3. Add whole garlic cloves to the pan and allow them to sauté until the oil becomes fragrant and then immediately remove from stove eye. This should happen within a couple of minutes. Discard the garlic or used it for something else. Note: Take caution the temperature is not to high and pay close attention, so that the garlic does not burn.

  4. Meanwhile, slice baguettes (keeping them fairly thick). Also, thinly slice the tomatoes and sprinkle with a little salt and pepper.

  5. Baste the sliced baguettes with the seasoned garlic oil.

  6. Next, smear with a tablespoon of marinara and add pepperoni slices (if using), a tomato slice and torn mozzarella pieces.

  7. Spread baguettes out on a nonstick baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and the bread is golden brown.

  8. Top with fresh, torn basil and enjoy! Bon Appetit!

Recipe Notes

Whenever possible, choose organic ingredients.