Italian Bruschetta

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette diagonally into 1/2-inch thick slices.

2. 2

   Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides lightly with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.

3. 3

   While bread is toasting, dice the tomatoes into small cubes, removing excess seeds and juice. Place in a bowl.

4. 4

   Mince 2 cloves of garlic and add to the tomatoes. Tear the basil leaves into small pieces and add to the mixture.

5. 5

   Add the remaining olive oil and balsamic vinegar to the tomato mixture. Season with salt and pepper, then gently stir to combine.

6. 6

   Remove toasted bread from oven. Cut the remaining garlic clove in half and rub the cut side over one side of each toast.

7. 7

   Spoon the tomato mixture generously onto each piece of garlic-rubbed toast.

8. 8

   Serve immediately while the bread is still crispy.