Name: Tomato Bruschetta
Ingredients: 1 lb Tomato (diced); Shallot or scallion (peeled & finely diced); 2 cloves Garlic (minced); Balsamic vinegar (one splash); 1 1/2 Tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil; 2 Tbsp Basil (thinly sliced); 1 Tbsp Parmesan cheese (grated, optional); Salt & pepper (to taste); 1 baguette Baguette; 1/2 Tbsp Salted butter

Tomato Bruschetta

Classic tomato bruschetta combines summer-ripe tomatoes, garlic, shallots, and toasted baguette for one of the most delicious ways to showcase the best of the season.

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Ingredients

Tomato, diced 1 lb
Shallot or scallion, peeled & finely diced
Garlic, minced 2 cloves
Balsamic vinegar, one splash
Extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 Tbsp
Basil, thinly sliced 2 Tbsp
Parmesan cheese, grated, optional 1 Tbsp
Salt & pepper, to taste
Baguette 1 baguette
Salted butter 1/2 Tbsp

Instructions

In a medium bowl, stir together tomatoes, shallot or scallion, garlic, balsamic vinegar, 1 Tbsp of the olive oil, and basil. Stir to combine. Stir in cheese, if using. Taste and add salt and pepper as desired.
Cut baguette into 1/3-inch thick slices on a slight angle. Heat butter and remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the baguette slices and cook until toasted on the bottom; flip and cook until lightly toasted on the top. Remove toast pieces to a plate and repeat with remaining bread.
Top toasted bread with tomato topping and garnish with additional basil or cheese, if desired.