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Tomato and Basil Bruschetta4 servings
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• 6 roma tomatoes, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled
• 3 tablespoons Cucina Basil Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 2 1/4 teaspoons Cucina Traditional Balsamic Vinegar
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 1/2 teaspoon Cucina sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
• 8 slices Italian bread, cut about 1 inch thick
• 2 tablespoons grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese

1. Whisk together chopped garlic, vinegar, salt, pepper, and basil.
2. When combined slowly drizzle in oil.
3. Add tomatoes and let sit for 20 minutes at room temp.
4. Toast the bread either in the toaster or under the broiler.
5. When the bread is toasted rub each piece, on one side, with the whole garlic pieces.
6. Place the bread on a cookie sheet and top with tomato mixture.
7. Sprinkle on a little cheese and broil until the cheese melts.
8. Serve immediately.

Tip: The tomato mixture also makes a wonderful vinegrette for an antipasto salad.