1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped 

1 garlic clove, minced

1 French Baguette (or 1/2 loaf Italian bread)

1 large garlic clove, halved

1 tablespoon olive oil

3 tbsp grated parmesan, (optional)

salt and black pepper to taste

Serves 4.

• Combine tomatoes, basil and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 
• Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 hours. 
• Slice bread in 1 inch thick slices. 
• Place on baking sheet and broil until lightly browned on each side. 
• Rub one side of bread with cut side of garlic clove, brush with olive oil and spoon tomato mixture over top. 
• Sprinkle with Parmesan (optional). 

Broil brushchetta for 1 minute.