Shanthi Appelö is a registered dietitian and health and wellness spokesperson for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan based in Detroit. Passionate about the science of nutrition and behavior, Shanthi has experience working in clinical nutrition, public health and teaching in the university setting. She earned her Master of Science in Public Health Nutrition from the University of Tennessee and has a research background in maternal and child health nutrition and public health, as well as a Certificate of Training in Obesity Interventions from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. In her free time, she enjoys experimenting in the kitchen, exploring the outdoors, working on art and spending time with family.
Bruschetta with Garlic Baguette Slices
Serving Amount
Ingredients
1 French baguette, sliced
Spray olive oil, or olive oil drizzle
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
2 tsp. dried oregano
Coarse salt and pepper to taste
1 Tbsp. olive oil
3 Tbsp. fresh basil leaves, torn or cut in a chiffonade
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Place baguette slices on baking sheet and spray with oil. Top with spray oil, then garlic powder. Bake for 12 minutes or until golden brown.
Step 3
While the bread is baking, prepare the tomato mixture. In a bowl, add cherry tomatoes and mix with salt. To allow some moisture be released from the tomatoes, let sit about 5 minutes.
Step 4
Rub oregano between your hands and add to the bowl, then drizzle with olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste, mix together and top with torn fresh basil leaves.
Step 5
Top each toasted baguette slice with the tomato mixture and serve immediately.
