1. To prepare a tasty Italian brushetta recipe first split the ciabattini and toast in the oven (or in a toaster).

2. Drain and slice the mozzarella. Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes.

3. Slice the onion. Brush each ciabattini half with a little olive oil and top with the bacon, mozzarella, tomatoes and onion.

4. Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with a little olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

5. Serve the Italian bruschetta garnished with basil.