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Ingredients
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Bread
Topping
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Bread
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- 2
Toast the Bread
Place the bread slices on a baking sheet. Brush one side of each slice with olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Topping Preparation
- 3
Chop the Tomatoes
While the bread is toasting, wash the tomatoes and dice them into small pieces. Place in a mixing bowl.
- 4
Prepare the Basil
Wash the basil leaves, pat dry, and chop them coarsely. Add to the mixing bowl with the tomatoes.
- 5
Add Garlic, Salt, and Pepper
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the tomato and basil mixture. Sprinkle in the salt and black pepper. Mix gently to combine all the ingredients.
Assembly
- 6
Top the Toasts
Once the bread is toasted, remove it from the oven. Spoon the tomato and basil mixture generously on top of each slice.
- 7
Serve
Serve immediately as an appetizer or snack, optionally drizzling with additional olive oil if desired.