Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil
1 pound ripe tomatoes ~ seeded and diced*
2 cloves garlic ~ minced
2 T olive oil
1 T balsamic vinegar
6 fresh basil leaves or 1 t dried basil
Salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
1 loaf fresh French bread
1/4 cup olive oil
Preheat oven to 450. Cut bread in 1/2 inch slices; brush with olive oil. Place on baking sheet, oil side down. When oven is ready, place baking sheet on top rack and bake 5-6 minutes.
Prepare tomatoes and add garlic, olive oil, vinegar and basil; stir gently to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve with toasted bread.
*If fresh tomato is unavailable, salt free canned tomato (drained) can be substituted.
Labels:
Appetizer,
Basil,
Roasted Bread,
Tomato
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