Tomato Bruschetta
Submitted by Rich Williams (‘62)![Image](https://mendelchs.org/library/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2023/10/jdrez_a_photo_for_a_recipe_for_Tomato_Bruschetta_2cb1cf6b-0fd4-4b26-8b8a-99cd5f4a80ee.png)
Ingredients:
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1 pound ripe tomatoes
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1 teaspoon flaky salt (such as Maldon)
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1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
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1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
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1 small (8-ounce) ciabatta
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1 large garlic clove
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1/2 cup basil leaves, chopped
Cooking Instructions:
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Chop tomatoes into small pieces, and transfer to a large bowl. Season with a large pinch of salt. Drizzle red wine vinegar and 4 tablespoons of the olive oil over tomatoes and stir to combine. Set aside.
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Slice bread and brush with the remaining olive oil. Toast in an oven or on a grill or stove until lightly browned. Gently rub garlic clove over toasted bread pieces.
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Use a slotted spoon to transfer tomatoes to a serving platter. Stir in basil leaves and serve tomatoes with toasted bread.