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Tomato Bruschetta W/ Fresh Basil

Cuisine: Italian
Type: Vegetables
Courses: Dips and Spreads, Starters and appetizers
Serves: 16 people

Recipe Ingredients

2 cups 125g / 4.4ozTomatoes - diced (large)
1/4 cup 36g / 1.3ozChopped fresh basil - lightly
  - packed
1   Garlic clove - minced
1   Half loaf French or italian
  - bread or 1 French baguette
1   Garlic clove - halved (large)
1 tablespoon 15mlOlive oil
2 tablespoons 30mlFreshly grated parmesan- (optional)

Recipe Instructions

In bowl, combine tomatoes, basil, minced garlic, and salt and pepper to taste; let stand for 15 minutes or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours. Slice bread in 1"-thick slices. Place on baking sheet and broil until lightly browned on each side. Rub cut side of garlic clove over one side of bread; brush with olive oil.

Spoon tomato mixture over top. Sprinkle with Parmesan (if using). If tomato mixture has been refrigerated, broil brushchetta for 1 minute. Makes about 16 slices.

Source:
Lighthearted Everyday Cooking; Anne Lindsay.

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