Brusqueta

Ingredientes

• 2 plum tomatoes (about 2 cups)
• 1/2 shallot (about 1/4 cup)
• 15-20 basil leaves (torn)
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• extra virgin olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 garlic clove (peeled)
• 1 loaf of French or Italian bread (sliced into 1/2" thick pieces)

Preparación

1. 1

   Preheat your broiler to 400 degrees F.

2. 2

   Chop the tomatoes and shallots into a small dice and place them into a bowl.

3. 3

   Tear the basil leaves on top of the tomatoes, then sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese.

4. 4

   Stir together, then add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

5. 5

   Taste the mixture, and season it with salt and pepper, to taste.

6. 6

   To make the toast, slice the loaf of bread into 1/2" thick slices, and place them into a baking sheet.

7. 7

   Brush each slice with olive oil on both sides, and broil them for 2-3 minutes per side, until they're golden brown and toasty.

8. 8

   While they're still hot, rub each piece of toast with the garlic clove.

9. 9

   Top each slice with a scoop of bruschetta, and serve immediately.