Tomato Bruschetta

Ingredients

• 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, divided
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, sliced
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for bread
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 baguette, sliced

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. 2

   Combine tomatoes, 1 minced garlic clove, basil, 2 tbsp olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Rest 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Brush baguette slices lightly with olive oil and toast 6–8 minutes until crisp and golden.

4. 4

   Rub warm toast lightly with the remaining cut garlic clove.

5. 5

   Spoon tomato mixture onto toast immediately before serving.