Question 1

What kind of tomatoes work best for bruschetta?

Accepted Answer

You can use just about any tomatoes you like best for this recipe. Big, juicy tomatoes are the best, though – we really love using heirloom tomatoes when they're available.

You can use cherry or grape tomatoes; cut those into quarters instead of dicing them.

The only variety that I find does not work well is San Marzano-style (aka sauce tomatoes). Their texture makes them great for making tomato sauce, but not so great for enjoying raw in recipes like this.

Question 2

Can you make this ahead of time?

Accepted Answer

If desired, you can prep the tomato topping and the toasted baguette a few hours before you plan to serve the bruschetta. Leave them separate, then assemble just before serving.

Question 3

Can you grill the baguette slices instead of toasting them in a pan?

Accepted Answer

If you're already firing up the grill, you may as well grill the bread for your tomato bruschetta, too! If you want to go this route, brush each side of the bread slices with olive oil, then grill over medium heat until toasted on each side.

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