suemunzlinger's Recipe

Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil

Category: Appetizers and Dips

1 1/2 lbs ripe plum tomatoes (about 8-10)
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar or balsamic
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt & pepper
4 slices thick crusty Italian bread (or baguette)


Directions:

Cut tomatoes in half, squeeze out seeds and juice.

Chop into small dice and place in bowl.

Add onion, garlic, basil, vinegar, half the olive oil, salt and pepper to your taste.

Let stand at room temperature for about 1 hour,drain liquid.

On broil, toast bread on both sides until golden. * note #1


Quickly brush one side of each slice with remaining olive oil. Note#2

Spoon tomato mixture on top& serve.

Note #1 For extra treat toast the bread in butter in a skillet on top of stove. Yum!

Note #2 You can add some parmesan cheese

also can use some fresh parsley.