Balsamic Garlic Parmesan Bruschetta

This is my favorite go-to appetizer recipe. I love, love, LOVE bruschetta. It goes along perfectly with my love for italian food.

This was the appetizer that I brought to our friend's New Years party. Happy 2014! Enjoy!

BALSAMIC GARLIC PARMESAN BRUSCHETTA

PREP-TIME: 10-15 minutes;   TOTAL TIME: 20 minutes
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INGREDIENTS:

• 8 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
• 1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 Tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon of olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 french baguette

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DIRECTIONS:

1. Mix together tomatoes, basil, parmesan cheese, garlic, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

2. Slice up the french baguette with 3/8" - 1/2"-thick pieces. Brush a little bit of olive oil and sprinkle garlic salt onto each piece. 

3. Broil the baguette slices in your oven until toasted to your liking.

4. Top baguette slices with tomato mixture, serve, and enjoy!