Grilled Bruschetta
This is such a lovely appetizer, whether made at home or eaten in a restaurant. No matter what, Jaime and I are sure to fight over the last piece!
Ingredients
- 4 ripe tomatoes
- 1/2 cup olive oil separated
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp fresh black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic peeled and chopped fine
- 5 leaves basil chopped fine
- 8 slices baguette bread
Instructions
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Prepare grill.
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Core and slice tomatoes in half across the equator.
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Toss the tomatoes with half of the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
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Place tomatoes on grill, cut side down. Cover and cook for 10 minutes.
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Turn tomatoes over and cook for an additional 5 minutes. (Do not allow tomatoes to burn.)
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Remove from grill and let cool. Remove and discard skins.
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Dice the tomato and toss with salt, pepper, garlic and basil.
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Brush the bread with remaining oil.
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Place on grill for about 1 minute each side, or until crispy.
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Place tomato mixture on top and serve immediately
