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Grilled Tomato and Basil Bruschetta

By: Crisco® Pure Olive Oil

"This classic appetizer is always a crowd pleaser. Grilling the bread before topping with the tomatoes gives it an extra crunch."

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Prep Time:
10 Min

Cook Time:
5 Min

Ready In:
15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings

Ingredients

Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
4 ripe plum tomatoes, cored, seeded and diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon cider or balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons Crisco® 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil
12 thin slices Italian or French bread
Salt and pepper
Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Directions

Coat grill grate or broiler pan with no-stick cooking spray. Heat grill or broiler.
Toss tomatoes with basil, salt, pepper, vinegar and oil in medium bowl. Let stand 10 minutes to blend flavors.
Spray both sides of bread slices with no-stick cooking spray. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill about 5 minutes, turning once, or just until bread is lightly browned and crisp.
Top with tomato mixture. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.