Simple Tomato Basil Bruschetta
An easy to make and delicious appetizer, perfect for the heat of summer
Ingredients
- 5 medium tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic divided
- 10 basil leaves
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- Salt & pepper
- baguette
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Dice tomatoes, and place in small bowl.
- Mince 2 cloves of garlic, and add to tomatoes.
- Finely chop basil, and add to bowl.
- Add balsamic vinegar, a pinch of salt, and a few grinds of black pepper; stir well.
- Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
- After 2 hours, preheat a grill pan over medium heat (or outdoor grill).
- Cut baguette into 1/2 inch slices.
- Brush each slice with a small amount of oil.
- Cut remaining garlic clove in half, and rub oiled side baguette slices with garlic.
- Grill for a minute or two, or until golden brown.
- Serve grilled bread and bruschetta, allowing each diner to assemble for maximum crunchiness in the bread.