Ingredients

  • 8 tomatoes, vine-ripened, seeded and chopped
  • 2 cups vegetable oil or 2 cups canola oil, divided
  • 1/2 cup fresh rosemary leaf, chopped, divided
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, divided
  • salt and pepper
  • 16 large shrimp, peeled and veins removed
  • nonstick cooking spray
  • 8 slices crusty Italian bread, thick slices
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled, cut in half

Method

  • Marinate the chopped tomatoes in a bowl with 1 cup of oil, 1/4 cup rosemary leaves, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar and salt and pepper for 30 minutes.
  • In a separate bowl, marinate the shrimp in 1 cup oil, 1/4 cup rosemary leaves, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar and salt and pepper for 30 minutes.
  • Drain the shrimp (discard the marinade) and grill or broil on both sides until done.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Place Italian bread slices on a baking sheet. Spray both sides of bread with no stick cooking spray or lightly brush with oil. Rub each piece with cut garlic. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bake 5 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
  • Top toast with tomatoes and shrimp; garnish with rosemary.