Warm Italian Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil

Ingredients

• 8 slices baguette cut into 1/2 inch slices
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes quartered
• 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. 2 Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush each slice with olive oil on both sides.
3. 3 Place the baking sheet in the oven and toast for about 5 minutes or until the slices are golden brown.
4. 4 In a medium bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, basil, garlic, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
5. 5 Remove the toasted baguette slices from the oven and let them cool slightly.
6. 6 Spoon the tomato and basil mixture on top of each baguette slice.
7. 7 Drizzle with additional olive oil if desired and serve immediately.