Tomato Bruschetta

Ingredients

• 6 vine ripened tomatoes
• 4 cloves garlic, whole
• 1 bunch basil, chiffonaded.
• Excellent quality extra-virgin olive oil
• Slices of sourdough baguette
• Half stick of butter
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Freshly grated parmesan

Directions

Dice and seed the tomatoes and add to a medium sized bowl. Add basil, salt, pepper, and a few drizzles of EVOO. Toss gently.

Add butter to a medium fry pan.  Cook on both sides until bread is crispy and golden. Transfer to plate, rub the bread with garlic cloves. Spoon tomato mixture over grilled bread, sprinkle with cheese and enjoy!

Chef's note: These bruschetta should be prepared at the last minute.