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Tomato-Basil Bruschetta

By Carrie Floyd, from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Serves	5
Total Time	15 minutes

Introduction

In the height of summer when tomatoes are ripe and plentiful, this makes a delicious appetizer or light meal with a salad of mixed greens.

Ingredients

	4	large, ripe tomatoes or a pint of cherry tomatoes, chopped
	2	garlic cloves, minced
	½	cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
	¼	cup extra-virgin olive oil
	~	Salt and pepper to taste
	1	baguette or artisanal-style bread loaf, cut into slices ½-inch thick and grilled or toasted

Steps

In a medium bowl, mix together tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Slather on top of grilled bread slices.

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