Ingredients
- 1 rustic bread loaf
- 400g canned cherry tomatoes, drained
- 2-3 fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley leaves, stems removed
Directions
Step 1
Slice the bread into slices about 1.2-1.3cm thick and cut each slice in half.
Step 2
In a bowl, combine the drained canned cherry tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to mix and leave to rest.
Step 3
Toast the bread lightly.
Step 4
Peel the garlic cloves and gently rub them over the toasted bread slices to impart flavour. Spoon the tomato mixture onto each slice of bread. Garnish with the chopped basil and a few sprigs of parsley and drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil.
