When mid-August blesses you with an abundance of beautiful, ripe, juicy tomatoes, make this delicious tomato bread. The fun interactive dish will soon become a summertime favorite.
One 1 inch slice of Italian or other hearty artisan bread
One large clove of garlic, split lengthwise
Best quality olive oil
One very ripe red tomato, cut in half horizontally
Celtic or other coarse salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Toast or grill the bread until it is lightly browned. Vigorously rub the cut sides of the garlic clove over one side of the warm bread. Place the bread, garlic-rubbed side up, on a small serving plate and drizzle with olive oil. Vigorously rub the cut sides of the tomato over the bread. Discard the tomato. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Makes one serving.
