Tomato Basil Crostini
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Makes approximately 12
12 slices French Bread, 1/4-inch thick
2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 garlic clove halved
1 large tomato, peeled, seeded, roughly chopped
1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, coarsely grated
Brush French bread slices with 1 tablespoon oil then rub with the halved garlic cloves and broil on one side only until lightly toasted. Mince the halved
cloves and add to a bowl with the peeled, seeded, roughly chopped tomato, the chopped basil, the 2 minced garlic cloves, the
remaining 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, salt and pepper mixing well. Spread mixture evenly on the toasted side of bread slices,
top with grated cheese and serve.
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Wine
recommendation: Pinot Noir; Merlot |
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