3tbspExtra Virgin Olive oil+ Olive oil spray for baking
¼cup Basilchopped or thinly sliced
3 clovesGarlicminced
1tspSalt
½tsp Pepper
½tspGarlic powder
Balsamic vinegar reduction(optional)
Instructions
In a skillet, add the olive oil and garlic over medium heat. Stir until fragrant but not burnt.
In a bowl, pour the olive garlic oil into it and let cool.
Dice the roma tomatoes and slice the basil.
Slice the baguette into ½ inch pieces then set on a baking sheet.
Spray some olive oil onto the bread then sprinkle with half the garlic powder.
Broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes.
Flip the bread over, spray with olive oil/garlic powder and broil for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Add the tomatoes, basil, salt, and pepper to the cooled olive oil bowl and stir.
Serve it on top of the slices of bread.
You can leave balsamic vinegar reduction out for guests to drizzle on their own. If you add it too early the bread will get soggy. It's not necessary but I love the extra flavor!
Notes
If you are making this ahead of time, keep the tomato mixture and the bread seperate until you are ready to serve.