- Glossary
- Bruschetta, Italian appetizer
Bruschetta, Italian appetizer
Bruschetta is a simple Italian appetizer based on toasted slices of bread rubbed with garlic and drizzled with quality olive oil. The most classic version is topped with diced tomatoes, basil, and salt.
The name comes from the Italian verb bruscare (to toast). Bruschetta originates from central Italy. Today there are dozens of variations including mozzarella, mushrooms, or prosciutto. The correct pronunciation is brus-KET-ta.
- The name comes from the Italian bruscare meaning to toast
- The correct pronunciation is brus-KET-ta, not bru-SHET-ta
- The base is toasted bread, garlic, and quality olive oil
- Originates from central Italy as a peasant dish
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