Simply Bruschetta

I love farmer's markets, but they are not always available year-round.  When I go to the grocery, most of my items come from the outside aisles of the store. What do I mean by that? Typically, fresh and frozen products are located in the aisles toward the outside edges of the store: vegetables, fruits, herbs, organics, meats/seafood, dairy and frozen vegetables. I do buy canned goods, paper/health products, spices, rice/beans, wine and condiments on the inner aisles, but I try to avoid the sugared drinks, chips/crackers, candy and layers of processed boxed foods. With the exception of the bakery and checkout lane temptations, the closer a product is to the outside of the store, the healthier choice it is for my family.  

Bruschetta is a family-favorite evening snack or party appetizer. It is a quick dish that uses simple ingredients found on the outside aisles of your market or local farmer's market!

"If we're not willing to settle for junk living, we certainly shouldn't settle for junk food."  

Sally Edwards

Simply Bruschetta

1/2 French or Italian Baguette (other heartier breads work too) - cut into 1/2 inch slices 

Broil slices on each side until nicely browned (watch carefully)

Rub each side of toasted pieces with the cut side 1/2 of a  peeled garlic clove

Mix in a small bowl:

3 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced

2T olive oil

1T balsamic vinegar

Freshly ground black pepper

Top each slice of toasted bread with a spoonful of tomato mixture.

Top with fresh basil (cut in strips) and grated Parmesan or Romano cheese.