Zesty Tomato Basil Bruschetta Recipe for Summer Gatherings - Beard and Bonnet

Ingredients

• 6 Roma tomatoes (fresh, ripe)
• 1 baguette (sliced into ½-inch or 1.27 cm slices)
• ¼ cup (4 tbsps) fresh basil leaves (chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp (15 ml) balsamic vinegar
• 3 tbsps (45 ml) extra virgin olive oil
• Salt (to taste)
• Pepper (to taste)
• Extra olive oil (for brushing)
• Parmesan cheese (grated, optional)