Ingredients

• 1 loaf French bread , cut into ¼-inch slices
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 8 romas (plum) tomatoes , diced
• 0.33 cups chopped fresh basil
• 1 ounce Parmesan cheese , freshly grated
• 2 cloves garlic , minced
• 1 tablespoon good quality balsamic vinegar
• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoons kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. 2 Brush bread slices on both sides lightly with 1 tablespoon oil and place on large baking sheet. Toast bread until golden, about 5 to 10 minutes, turning halfway through.
3. 3 Meanwhile, toss together tomatoes, basil, Parmesan cheese, and garlic in a bowl.
4. 4 Mix in balsamic vinegar, 2 teaspoons olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper.
5. 5 Spoon tomato mixture onto toasted bread slices.
6. 6 Serve immediately and enjoy!

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