Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 16-oz. jar Mezzetta Roasted Red Bell Pepper Strips (drained)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (finely diced)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 6 slices bacon (cooked crisp and finely chopped)
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
  • 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated )
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil (finely chopped )
  • 1 14-oz. French baguette (sliced and toasted)

Instruction

  • Drain the jar of roasted red pepper strips and place in a shallow serving dish. Add the red onion, garlic, and bacon, then stir gently to combine.
  • Drizzle 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and the sherry vinegar over the mixture and season with freshly ground black pepper. Let rest for 10 minutes for the flavors to meld.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Slice the baguette into 1/4 inch slices and place in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Drizzle the slices with the remaining olive oil, then bake for 10 minutes, or until golden brown, to make crostini.
  • When ready to serve, layer the parmesan cheese and basil on top of the bruschetta mixture. Serve at room temperature with the toasted pieces of bread.