Bruschetta with Roasted Peppers & Mozzarella

Preparation

1. Preheat broiler.
2. Combine roasted peppers, basil and vinegar in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Toast or grill bread slices lightly. Rub both sides of the bread with the cut sides of the garlic. Place bread on a baking sheet; top with rthe oasted peppers. Lay mozzarella strips on a diagonal over the roasted peppers and drizzle with oil.
4. Broil bruschetta 6 inches from the heat source until the cheese melts and starts to brown. Serve hot.

Tips & Notes

• Tip: How to Oven-Roast Peppers
• 1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Place a wire rack on a large baking sheet. Arrange whole bell peppers on the rack.
• 2. Roast peppers in the center of the oven, turning occasionally with tongs, until blackened in places, 30 to 40 minutes.
• 3. Transfer the peppers to a large bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let steam for 10 minutes. Uncover and let cool.
• 4. With a paring knife, remove stems, skins and seeds. If serving as antipasto, combine accumulated juices with peppers.

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