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Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil

Marinated tomatoes, basil, and garlic on toasted baguette slices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 baguette sliced
  • 4 tomatoes diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 400F and arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet.
  2. Brush the slices with olive oil and toast 6 to 8 minutes until golden.
  3. Mix diced tomatoes, basil, garlic, the remaining olive oil, and balsamic in a bowl.
  4. Season the tomato mixture with salt and pepper.
  5. Spoon the topping onto the toasted bread just before serving so it stays crisp.

Notes

Rub a raw garlic clove on the warm toast for an extra flavor boost.