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Bill's Bruschetta

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 12
Author: Bill

Ingredients

  • 10-12 small plum tomatoes any kind will do- about 1 pound
  • 1 slice of yellow or vidala onion 1/4 inch thick or red onion if you want more zip finely diced
  • 2-3 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 French or Italian baguette
  • 2 teaspoonfuls extra virgin olive oil
  • Basil finely minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cut the tomatoes into quarters, remove the cores and the seeds, then dice and place into a bowl.
  • Finely dice the onion slice and place in the bowl ( the red onion will give a much stronger onion flavor so only use it if you really like onion) along with the minced garlic.
  • Pour 2 teaspoonfuls of extra virgin olive oil over the ingredients along with 1/4 teaspoonful of salt and pepper, mix everything well and chill in the refrigerator for about half an hour.
  • While the ingredients are chilling, prepare the bread by slicing the baguette on the diagonal, making the slices amount 1/4 inch thick.
  • Brush each side of the bread with extra virgin olive oil and rub with a clove of garlic.
  • Place in the toaster oven and toast for about 4 to 5 minutes until the slices become firm and very light golden brown.
  • Plate the slices and put about 2 teaspoonfuls of the tomato mixture on top and finish off with the basil.
  • Serve with a nice glass of Cabernet (The Little Penguin really complimented the bruschetta nicely).
  • This dish makes a great appetizer before your summer afternoon barbecue or when you just want a little something to go with that glass of wine. Enjoy!