Topping:
2 medium ripe fresh tomatoes, cored, seeded, chopped
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
Ground pepper
12-18 fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces
12 slices of the toasted bread (below)
Grated parmesan
Toasted bread:
-Slice bread into 12 pieces. Lay slices on a sheet pan and toast in the oven, turning once until lightly golden brown on both sides. Rub each slice with fresh garlic while still hot.
- Combine the tomatoes, olive oil, salt, pepper, and basil. Spoon the mixture evenly among the slices of bread. Sprinkle on the Parmesan. Serve. |
