Thursday, September 24, 2009

Bruschetta By: Aubrey Messick



Ingredients:1 loaf of Italian bread, cut into 1/2-inch slices1 clove of garlic, minced 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil3 tbsp. balsamic vinegar1/8 cup chopped fresh basil4-5 medium, ripe tomatoes, peeled, coarsely chopped and drained in a strainer1 pinch of freshly ground black pepperfreshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired

Directions:Combine oil, vinegar, basil, garlic and pepper in a large bowl and whisk together. Add drained tomatoes to the dressing and toss to coat. Allow to marinate for at least 15 minutes, maybe 30. Toast bread slices on both sides under the broiler. Top each with some of the tomato mixture and sprinkle with fresh Parmesan cheese and garnish with a leftover basil leaf. Bon Appetit.
Thanks Aubrey - it looks fantastic!!!!!!!!!

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