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Spanish Tomato Bread with Jamón Serrano

Name: Spanish Tomato Bread with Jamón Serrano
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 4 tomatoes, ripe, finely chopped; 1 clove garlic, finely grated; 2 tbsp olive oil; ¼ tsp salt; ¼ tsp black pepper; 20 slices baguette, about 8 oz total, 1/2-inch thick; 3 oz serrano ham, thinly sliced, torn

Total: 23 min
Prep: 15 min
Serves: 5
Calories: 230

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Crisp baguette slices hold juicy tomato, garlic and olive oil beneath delicate folds of salty Serrano ham.

The contrast in Spanish tomato bread with jamón Serrano comes from topping the toast at the last moment. Ripe tomatoes soak just the surface while the center stays crisp enough to support the ham.

Use tomatoes that feel heavy and smell ripe, then drain away excess juice. Slice the bread evenly so it toasts at the same rate, and tear the ham into small pieces rather than stacking thick slices.

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Method

Heat oven to 400°F (200°C). Put tomatoes in a sieve and let excess juice drain while preparing the bread.
Arrange baguette slices on a sheet pan. Bake for , turning halfway, until dry and golden at the edges.
Mix drained tomatoes with garlic, olive oil, salt and black pepper. Spoon onto the warm toast and top each piece with Serrano ham; serve immediately.

Forkue tips

Save drained tomato juice for a dressing rather than letting it soften the bread.

Storing and reheating

Keep tomato topping refrigerated for up to 2 days and toast separate in an airtight container. Re-crisp bread in the oven and assemble only when ready to eat.

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Nutrition per serving, estimated

230Calories

10gProtein

30gCarbs

8gFat

Spanish Tomato Bread with Jamón Serrano: FAQ

Can I use prosciutto?

Yes. Thin prosciutto provides a similar salty contrast and folds neatly over the tomato topping.

Can I make the toasts ahead?

Toast the bread ahead, but keep the tomatoes and ham separate until serving so the base stays crisp.

How do I store and reheat Spanish Tomato Bread with Jamón Serrano?

Keep tomato topping refrigerated for up to 2 days and toast separate in an airtight container. Re-crisp bread in the oven and assemble only when ready to eat.

How long does Spanish Tomato Bread with Jamón Serrano take?

About 23 min in total: 15 min prep and 8 min cooking.

What do I need to make Spanish Tomato Bread with Jamón Serrano?

The key ingredients are tomatoes, garlic, baguette and serrano ham, plus pantry basics.

Any tips for Spanish Tomato Bread with Jamón Serrano?

Save drained tomato juice for a dressing rather than letting it soften the bread.

Method

Forkue tips

Storing and reheating

Kitchen gear

Nutrition per serving, estimated

Spanish Tomato Bread with Jamón Serrano: FAQ

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