Tomato Basil Crostini

 

32

slices French bread, 1/4 inch thick

1/4

cup olive or vegetable oil

3

roma (plum) tomatoes, diced (2 cups)

3

cloves garlic, finely chopped

1/2

cup shredded Parmesan cheese

2

tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves

1/2

teaspoon salt

• 1 Heat oven to 425°F. Place bread on ungreased cookie sheet. Brush 2 tablespoons of the oil on bread. Bake 4 to 5 minutes or until light golden brown.
• 2 Mix tomatoes, remaining 2 tablespoons oil, the garlic, cheese, basil and salt. Place about 1 tablespoon tomato mixture on each warm bread slice.