Ingredients

  • 1 garlic clove, peeled and halved
  • 14 slices French bread (3/4 inch thick)
  • 4 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 14 fresh basil leaves (to top)
  • parmesan cheese, shavings (optional- to top)

Method

  • Rub cut side of garlic over one side of each slice of bread.
  • Place bread garlic side down on an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake at 350° for 5 minutes on each side or until lightly browned.
  • In a bowl, combine the tomatoes, onion, oil, minced basil, salt and pepper.
  • spoon about 2 tablespoons onto each piece of toast.
  • Top each with a basil leaf.
  • Top with optional Parmesan if you like as well.