Tomato Bruschetta

1Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2Slice the crusty bread into 1/2 inch thick slices and place them on a baking sheet.

3Drizzle olive oil over the bread slices and toast them in the oven for about 5-7 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy.

4Meanwhile, dice the ripe tomatoes (4) and finely chop the garlic (2 cloves) cloves.

5In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped garlic (2 cloves), chopped basil leaves, olive oil, salt (¼ teaspoon), and black pepper (¼ teaspoon). Mix well to combine all the ingredients.

6Once the bread slices are toasted, remove them from the oven and rub the garlic (2 cloves) cloves on one side of each slice for added flavor.

7Spoon the tomato mixture onto the garlic (2 cloves)-rubbed side of the bread slices, spreading it evenly to cover the surface.

8Serve the tomato bruschetta immediately as a delicious appetizer or snack!