Bruschetta with tomatoes and basil

This simple appetizer is a breeze to throw together if you've already got your grill hot, and it makes a delicious start to any barbecued meal. Rubbing the hot bread with garlic infuses the entire dish with an aromatic scent.

Bruschetta with tomatoes and basil recipe

Serves 2-4

Ingredients:

• 4 slices of bread (like French)
• 8 ounces cherry or grape tomatoes, minced
• 1 small bunch of basil, minced
• 1 clove garlic, halved
• Salt
• Olive oil

Directions:

1. Finely chop half the garlic. Mix tomatoes, basil, chopped garlic, salt and olive oil in a small bowl.
2. Grill both sides of the bread on the barbecue grill or on a griddle.
3. Rub one side of the bread with the halved garlic, drizzle with olive oil, then spoon the tomato mixture on it. Serve immediately.

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