This Italian appetizer is easy and so delicious. It is made best with fresh ingredients and the balsamic vinegar gives it a little bite.
6 Roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1/2 c. sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
3 cloves minced garlic
1/4 c. olive oil
2 T. balsamic vinegar
1/4 c. fresh basil, stems removed
1/4 t. salt
1/4 t. ground black pepper
1 French baguette
Preheat oven on broiler setting.
In a large bowl, combine Roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. Allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
Cut baguette into 3/4-inch slices.
On a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. Put a little olive oil on each slice of bread.
Broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
Divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices.
If desired, put some mozzarella on bread with bruschetta and heat to melt the cheese.
12 servings