directions
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1
Combine garlic and 4 tablespoons olive oil in a small bowl
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2
Let stand several hours to flavor the oil
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3
Toss together the tomatoes, basil, remaining garlic, oil, balsamic or red wine vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste
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4
Let stand at room temperature for 30 to 60 minutes. Brush the oil on both cut sides of the bread
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5
Place bread in the basket and rotate until bread is toasted, about 10 minutes
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6
Remove bread to a serving plate and cut in half on the diagonal
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7
Mound the tomato salad on the bread and serve immediately.
BRUSCHETTA
ingredients
- makes 8 pieces:
- 4 slices (1-inch thick) Italian
- or French bread
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided use
- 3 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic or red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste