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Easy Summer Dinner Idea: Balsamic Baguette Bites

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So, I’ve been trying to share a recipe once a week, and so far, I’m doing great! This recipe is something that my husband and I made a lot in our newlywed days, and for some reason, the other night, I was craving a simple, light dinner. It must be almost summertime. Time to wear shorts, so it must mean I have to stop eating chicken pot pie.

Now, there is nothing super special or original about these, but I thought I’d share as a simple idea for dinner that maybe you had forgotten you could make at home. We love Bruschetta when we go out to eat. It’s a favorite. And, that’s basically what this is, but why not adapt it a little so that your kids will eat it up too?  And make a whole ton so that it fills you all up too!

Balsamic Baguette Bites- A Light & Simple Dinner Idea for Summer from Perfection Pending

Balsamic Baguette Bites

The key to making this a fun meal for the family is to get the kids to make them with you. We made several variations. The full blown Balsamic Baguette Bite included slicing the bread, drizzling first with olive oil. Add mozzarella cheese next, a slice of tomato, and fresh basil. Then, drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Yum.

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Ingredients

  • 2 Baguette Loaves
  • Olive Oil
  • Balsamic Vinegar
  • Fresh Basil
  • Tomatoes
  • Mozzarella Cheese
  • Pepperoni (for the kids)

Instructions

  1. Slice your baguettes into thin pieces about 1/2 inch thick.
  2. Spread olive oil on baguettes with a cooking brush.
  3. Top with desired toppings
  4. Drizzle with Balsamic Vinegar
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Baguette Bites-- A Simple & Light Dinner Idea For Summer

But, unfortunately, my kids despise tomatoes, so we made kid friendly versions as you can see on my pan below. Some with just cheese and oil, some with cheese oil and vinegar, and some with cheese, oil and pepperoni. I told the 2 year old they were baby pizzas and he was sold.

Baguette Bites for a Light and Easy Summer Dinner. Use Mozzarella and Pepperoni for the Kids

We broiled them on low until the cheese was bubbly and the bread was lightly toasted and these suckers were gone in minutes.

And, to make our meal extra light and summery, we also had a little bit of this:

Watermelon Topped with Greek Yogurt. The Perfect Healthy Summer Snack. Such a Delicious Combo

Sound weird? My husband claims this is the best thing he’s ever eaten. Or at least he acts like it is.  I don’t know, it might change your life.

What’s your favorite summer meal?

PS- I linked this recipe up to The Creative Collection Link Party. Check it out.


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  1. Kelly McKenzie says

    May 28, 2014 at 9:29 am

    Ooohhh but these look delicious. I just bought some quality olive oil the other day along with a gorgeous glass pourer jobbie to put it in (so I can distinguish the good olive oil from the mediocre olive oil - wish me luck) and I think it is the perfect recipe for it. Thanks. Love the "baby pizza" call too. Clever mama.
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    • Meredith says

      May 28, 2014 at 2:35 pm

      I have to get clever to get him to eat! I hope you like it. The good olive oil will make it amazing I'm sure! :)
      Reply
  2. Ana Lynn says

    May 28, 2014 at 2:22 pm

    Meredith, you made me hungry and craving those baguettes now! (Mind you it's well after 10 PM here!) These will get made as soon as I am able to go shopping later this week!
    Reply
    • Meredith says

      May 28, 2014 at 2:35 pm

      Yes, they are so good. :) Hope you enjoy!
      Reply
  3. Kerry says

    May 29, 2014 at 1:22 pm

    Great ideas! Looks so good
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