Elegant Tomato Basil Bruschetta Egg Bites have delightfully crispy fillo shells are perfect for brunch, appetizers or snacks.
When I used to imagine adult life, my fantasies were filled with dinner parties and entertaining. Growing up on a diet of soap operas and prime time dramas, it seemed like what people did. There would be polite conversation, debate and even a little drama. And it would feel like home at my table, surrounded by people who shared life with me.
Of course, then I grew up and it didn’t quite happen like that. I mean, sure, I’ve had my share of friends over and family gatherings. But dinner parties and entertaining as a regular occurrence? Not so much. And the polite conversation I saw on General Hospital and All My Children isn’t really how people speak so much.
But as my kids have gotten older, I find myself thinking about that vision again. The idea of dinners full of friends is still alluring, even if the reality would be different than I imagined — my vision has been tempered by life. But my teens have their own lives now and I get to craft my what’s next. Maybe it will look a bit like those childhood fantasies.
Is entertaining a staple of your life? I want to hear all about it! Share your secrets for great gatherings in the comments.
And if you are looking for an easy addition to your next brunch or appetizer tray, I have a recipe for you. These delightful little bites, which are also so easy and fast to make, are an excellent option.
Elegant and bold, these easy Tomato Basil Bruschetta Egg Bites have a crispy fillo shell, a cool and fresh tomato topping and a warm finish of basil. Biting into one, you experience the different textures all at once and are struck by the bold and pleasant flavor. The great thing about small bites is that you experience the whole thing at once — a wave of fresh, savory, hot, cold, crispy and creamy.
These Tomato Basil Bruschetta Egg Bites really are so easy and fast to make.
Starting with a few basic ingredients like an egg, milk, a shallot and parmesan, the base is an easy frittata in a Fillo shell. Bake these until the egg mixture is set and the edges of the shells are golden brown.
This is what they look like as they are going into the oven. The shells are half-filled with the egg mixture. Once they are cooked, a very simple tomato mixture will top them off. Season the fresh tomatoes with salt and pepper and then top the simple mixture with sliced fresh basil. So easy and yet, so amazing.
And then they are ready to serve. The contrast of the warm, rich egg mixture and cool, fresh tomato mixture is such a delight. Take a bite and let it all wash over you.
Best eaten from the oven, these Tomato Basil Bruschetta Egg Bites are an excellent addition to appetizer trays and brunches.
Tomato Basil Bruschetta Egg Bites
Elegant and bold, these easy Tomato Basil Bruschetta Egg Bites have a crispy fillo shell, a cool and fresh tomato topping and a warm finish of basil.
Ingredients
- 1 package mini Fillo shells (15 shells)
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
- 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
- pinch salt and pepper
Tomato Basil Bruschetta
- 1 small, ripe tomato (about 2 inches in diameter)
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon finely sliced fresh basil
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lay out Fillo shells.
- Divide the shallots and parmesan between the shells.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, milk and pinches of salt and pepper. Divide evenly among the shells.
- Slide the baking sheet into the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes. Remove from the oven.
- In a small bowl, stir together the tomatoes, salt and pepper. Divide evenly on the egg bites and top with basil.
- Serve immediately.