I learned this recipe from a young Italian woman who I worked with one summer. It is very simple, but it is always a hit at parties and barbecues.

Serves 8

• 4 beefsteak tomatoes
• 1 handful basil
• 4 cloves of minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 baguette

1. chop tomatoes into a 1/4 inch dice
2. shred the basil with your hands
3. combine the tomatoes, basil, and garlic in a bowl
4. drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the top
5. sprinkle with salt and pepper
6. fold all of the ingredients together
7. cut the baguette into 4 even sized pieces and then slice them open lengthwise
8. place the pieces of bread on a cookie sheet and brush with olive oil
9. put the bread in a 350 degree oven until slightly crispy about 5 minutes
10. spoon the tomato basil mixture on top of the bread and serve