Monday, January 25, 2010

"Tomato,Basil & Goat Cheese Bruschetta

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  1. Tomato, Basil and Goat Cheese Bruschetta
    6 to 7 Roma tomatoes (to make about 1 1/2 cups chopped)
    6 basil leaves chopped
    2 cloves of garlic
    1 tbsp. olive oil
    1 tsp. balsamic vinegar
    salt and pepper to taste
    1 french baguette
    goat cheese
    You don't have to use romas for this, they work easily, but you can use whatever you want, even heirlooms. Peel the tomatoes (blanching makes it easier) chop in half and remove seeds and juice. Dice into small pieces. Add two cloves of garlic minced, tomatoes, basil, olive oil, balsamic and salt and pepper in bowl and toss to mix. Let stand for a few minutes.
    Slice baguette on the diagonal about 1/2 inch thick slices. Using pastry brush coat one side of bread with olive oil. Place bread on baking sheet, oil side down in a preheated 450 degree oven. Let slices brown completely on top about 5-6 minutes.
    Place bread on plate oil side up, spread with goat cheese and top with tomato mixture. Enjoy!

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