Bon Appetit! 20 Creative Bruschetta Recipes

There’s a reason bruschetta can be found in the appetizer section of just about every Italian-restaurant menu: It’s nearly impossible to pass up grilled bread and tomatoes smothered in olive oil. This Italian favorite features a classic combination of fresh ingredients, and we’ve rounded up 20 recipes that put a new twist on the traditional hors d’oeuvre. Bon appétit!

1. Warm Tomato and Mozzarella Bruschetta: This bruschetta recipe may be simple, but it definitely brings the flavor. Who can say no to melted mozzarella?! (via The Comfort of Cooking)

2. Bacon Bruschetta: Take that BLT and put it on open-faced grilled bread. Because bacon makes everything better. (via Your Homebased Mom)

3. Strawberry Bruschetta: Let’s make use of strawberry season while it’s around. Bring this sweet berry bruschetta to your picnic, and it’ll be gone in seconds. (via The Curvy Carrot)

4. Butternut Squash Bruschetta: This recipe has Thanksgiving written all over it. The lovely orange color will complement your award-winning pumpkin pie perfectly. (via Recipe Girl)

5. Avocado Bruschetta: Go ahead: get the big bag of avocados. You’re going to need a lot of ’em to make this avocado-based bruschetta. And don’t forget the lime juice to keep them nice and green. (via Fuss Free Cooking)

6. Ricotta, Lemon, Basil and Honey Bruschetta: Light and delicious, this ricotta bruschetta may be our new midnight snack fix. All you need is a toaster and a spoon. Oh, and maybe a flashlight. (via Martha Stewart)

7. Cherry and Plum Bruschetta: Sometimes, life really is just a big bowl of cherries. So go eat some! Make this picture-perfect bruschetta for your baby shower or ladies lunch. (via Bon Appetite)

8. Greek Bruschetta: How do you use up all those extra cucumbers and tomatoes from your garden? Add some olives and feta to make a Greek version of the Italian classic. (via Two Peas and Their Pod)

9. White Bean Bruschetta: Yeah, you could make bean dip to serve with chips. But why would you do that when you could serve it on toasted baguette slices? (via Keep Your Diet Real)

10. Cantaloupe Bruschetta: Cantaloupe? Yes. With mozzarella, prosciutto and a balsamic drizzle. You know you want to try it. (via Picture-Perfect Meals

11. Portobello Bruschetta: How could we forget the mushroom lovers? Even if you don’t do bread, you can still get in the action. It’s easy: just mix, grill and eat! Did we mention how much we love to grill? (via Jacqueline Copeland)

12. Beet Bruschetta with Goat Cheese and Basil: Here’s an appetizer for an upscale shindig. Oh that lovely rich purple color! (via Feasting At Home)

13. Zucchini, Mint and Ricotta Salata Bruschetta: Who knew zucchini could be so classy? Add some creamy ricotta and you’ll have an appetizer fit for your summer party. (via Aida Mollenkamp)

14. Roasted Fig Bruschetta: These roasted figs are perfect for summertime snacking— especially when they sit atop homemade ricotta and a crisp piece of bread. (via Alexandra Cooks)

15. Artichoke Bruschetta: Artichoke dip is a common sight at dinner parties. Spice yours up by serving it on crostini. (via Love Grows Wild)

16. Tropical Bruschetta: Have your dessert minus the guilt. This fruity bruschetta is a light sweet treat that even the dieter can enjoy. Don’t forget the cinnamon-y drizzle. (via Creme De La Crumb)

17. Roasted Grapes and Thyme Bruschetta with Ricotta: Sweet, crunchy and delicious are the words that come to mind when we think about this yummy recipe. Trust us, you won’t be disappointed. (via Sacramento Street)

18. Spicy Broccoli Rabe: This one’s got the spice and the bite to make a big impression on your taste buds. Are you brave enough? (via Williams-Sonoma)

19. Roasted Pumpkin, Cheese and Arugula Bruschetta: Fall tastes like pumpkin and pumpkin makes a great autumn appetizer. (via Kwestia Smaku)

20. Roasted Banana and Nutella S’mores Bruschetta: Wait, Nutella bruschetta? Yup! This recipe mixes the delicious hazelnut spread with marshmallows and bananas. What’s not to love? (via Picky Palette)

What is your go-to bruschetta recipe? Tell us below!

A Cinderella Story isn't just a movie — it's honestly a cultural moment. The costume montage, the spastic colons and synchronized swimming, the rain in this drought... even Gavin Degraw singing over the One Tree Hilltrailer on the DVD stand out! Everything about this film is iconically ingrained in our collective conscious, making Hilary Duff and Chad Michael Murray the Y2k blueprint for many of the "It" pairings we know and love today.

We last left our Princeton royalty preparing for their freshman year of college, dreaming of happily-ever-after — or at least graduation — and that was that! But in this era of reboots, I've often wondered what happened to our OG tortured poets after the credits rolled. Luckily, I'm not the only one! Chad Michael Murray just tee'd up a sequel, and yes that's me you hear squealing right now. Here's everything we know about what's to come for everyone's fave modern fairytale!

Is there a part two to a Cinderella story?

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There's Another Cinderella Story, starring Selena Gomez and Drew Seeley, but that's more so a part of a series of "Cinderella stories" rather than an actual sequel. So far, we haven't gotten a follow-up on our Princeton-bound faves.

Has "A Cinderella Story 2" been announced?

There's been no formal announcement yet, but that doesn't mean all hope is lost. During his press tour for Mother of the Bride, Chad Michael Murray told ETthat he's definitely interested in bringing Austin Ames back. He said that even his daughter told him, "You need to make another one of these, Daddy," after she watched A Cinderella Story for the first time.

His response to the idea? "Here you go, Hil. From me to you, let's do it!" — referring to Hilary Duff, of course! The timing couldn't be better either, given that Hilary just gave birth to her fourth child and could hypothetically be available to film in the coming months...just saying!

Again, there's no official information about this project yet, but with a main piece of the puzzle on board, we're one step closer to my own personal happily-ever-after — a real sequel to A Cinderella Story once and for all.

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Amazon's adaptation of Casey McQuiston’s famed Red, White & Royal Blueblew our minds with its perfectly extravagant and messy royal romance. Prince Henry and Alex Claremont-Diaz stole our hearts with their antics, proving that love isn't always as cookie cutter as we think it should be. Not only that, but it was the LGBT film we never knew we needed until it hit the big screen last year.

If you've been missing Prince Henry and Alex, you're in luck because a sequel to Red, White & Royal Blue is officially coming! Here's everything we know about the latest developments!

Is the main cast returning?

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I'm happy to share that Nicholas Galitzine and Taylor Zakhar Perez are returning! I honestly don't think the Red, White & Royal Blue sequel would be the same if they weren't.

However, no other cast information has been released! Hopefully we'll see Uma Thurman and Clifton Collins, Jr. reprise their roles!

What's the sequel going to be about?

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As of yet, Variety reports that not much has been confirmed about the sequel's plot or release date. My guess is that there the two lovebirds will have to juggle new responsibilities and mishaps.

What the original plot of "Red, White & Royal Blue?"

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The novel centers around the character of Alex Claremont-Diaz, a first son of the United States, and his romantic relationship with Prince Henry, British royalty.

Take a walk down memory lane with these behind-the-scenes pictures 👀

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Matthew López on Instagram: "“Yes, this is exactly how I always dreamed it would be. Locked in a cupboard with your elbow inside my rib cage.” #rwrbmovie"

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Nicholas Galitzine on Instagram: "The bois 📸 @aneeshtheactress"

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Matthew López on Instagram: "Spent the last two weeks rehearsing with @nicholasgalitzine and @taylorzakharperez It’s been a joy to watch Henry and Alex come to life in the room. Excited to make this movie with them. Here we go! #rwrbmovie @primevideo 📸: (the great Stephen Goldblatt)"

We cannot wait to see what new adventures are two lovebirds will cook up in Red, White & Royal Blue, but for now we’ll be rereading (and rereading) RWRB.

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