Tomato Bruschetta

INGREDIENTS

• 5 tomatoes, diced small
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 5 tablespoons olive oil
• Pinch of red pepper flakes
• ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, minced
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• ½ baguette, sliced

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Add the tomatoes, garlic, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, red pepper flakes, basil and balsamic vinegar to a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Let sit at room temperature while you toast the bread.
3. Slice bread and add to a baking sheet in a single layer. Toast in the oven until golden brown about 5 minutes. Top the bread with tomatoes and drizzle with remaining olive oil right before serving.