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Ingredients
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Bread
Topping
Method
Preparation of Topping
- 1
Chop Tomatoes
Dice the tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Add Basil
Chop the fresh basil leaves roughly and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
- 3
Add Garlic
Mince the garlic cloves and mix them into the bowl.
- 4
Season the Mixture
Add balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir well to combine all the ingredients. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
Toasting the Bread
- 5
Slice the Baguette
Cut the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- 6
- 7
Toast the Bread
Place the slices, oiled side up, on a baking sheet. Toast in an oven preheated to 400°F (200°C) for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.
Assembly
- 8
Top the Toast
Remove the toasted bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. Spoon the tomato and basil mixture generously on top of each slice.
- 9
Serve
Serve immediately as an appetizer or snack, garnished with extra basil if desired.