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Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil

Bread that has been toasted with fresh tomatoes that have been marinated, as well as garlic and basil.
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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 Roma tomatoes diced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400F, brush bread slices with olive oil, and toast 6 to 8 minutes.
  2. Combine tomatoes, garlic, basil, balsamic, and remaining olive oil.
  3. Season the mixture with salt and pepper.
  4. Spoon the tomato topping onto each toasted slice.
  5. Serve immediately for the best crunch.

Notes

Rub the warm toast with a raw garlic clove for extra punch.