Mediterranean bruschetta recipe

Ingredients

• 4 large tomatoes, peeled, deseeded and chopped
• 1 tbsp tomato puree
• 8 pitted olives, halved
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• 1 tbsp chopped basil
• 4 English muffins, halved
• 50 g mozzarella, sliced
• Fresh basil leaves, to garnish
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp balsamic vinegar

Method

1. Combine the chopped tomatoes, tomato purée, olives and oregano. In a second bowl, mix the butter with the garlic and chopped basil.
2. Halve the English muffins and grill both sides. Spread the cut surfaces with garlic butter and add the tomato mixture.
3. Whisk the olive oil and balsamic vinegar together and spoon the dressing over the tomato topping.
4. Add the mozzarella and return the muffins to the grill for 1–2 minutes, until the cheese melts. Finish with fresh basil and serve immediately.