Tomato Bruschetta

Adapted from https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/patrick-and-gina-neely/tomato-bruschetta-recipe-1926123

Servings: 4 to 6

INGREDIENTS

5 plum tomatoes, diced small
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
4 tablespoons good extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon for serving
Pinch of red pepper flakes
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, sliced into ribbons
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds (about 14 slices)

STEPS

1) Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

2) Add the tomatoes, garlic, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, red pepper flakes, basil and balsamic vinegar to a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Let sit at room temperature while you toast the bread.

3) Slice bread and add to a baking sheet in a single layer. Toast in the oven until golden brown about 5 minutes. Top the bread with tomatoes and drizzle with remaining extra-virgin olive oil right before serving.