Italian-Style Bruschetta

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds plum tomatoes , seeded and cut into small dice
• 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil , divided
• 0.25 cups chopped fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
• 2 large cloves garlic , minced
• 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
• freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 French baguette , cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
• 1 tablespoon high-quality balsamic vinegar , or to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine tomatoes, 3 tablespoons olive oil, basil, red onion, garlic, red wine vinegar, and pepper in a bowl; let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes, then marinate in the refrigerator for 45 minutes.

2. 2

   Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.

3. 3

   Brush one side of Baguette slices with remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil; place, oiled-sides-up, onto a baking sheet.

4. 4

   Broil until golden brown, about 2 minutes

5. 5

   Spoon tomato mixture onto toasted Baguette slices; drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Serve immediately.