Easy appetizer - nice that Crisco now imports olive oil.
Makes 24 - 30 slices, Prep time 10 minutes, Cooking time 6 - 8 minutes
10 large fresh basil leaves, chopped OR 1/2 tsp dried basil
2 cups Roma (plum) tomatoes, seeded and chopped - about a pound
2 TBSP balsamic vinegar
Salt and Pepper to taste
1/3 cup Crisco Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 loaf French baguette
Heat oven to 425 -
Stack 5 basil leaves on top of one another, roll up. Slice crosswise thinly. Repeat with remaining leaves. Combine tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, and sliced basil. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine olive oil and garlic in a small microwave safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. Cut bread into slightly angled 1/4-inch pieces. Brush with olive oil mixture and place on a baking pan. Bake about 6 - 8 minutes until golden brown.
Just before serving, drain excess liquid from tomatoes. Spoon tomato mixture evenly over bread slices. (Bruschetta)
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