modern bruschetta

Serves 8 as an appetizer (2 pieces per person)

1 loaf baguette, cut diagonally into ½ inch slices
2 cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained
3 garlic cloves
½ cup olive oil
1 cup fresh basil leaves, rolled up and sliced thinly (julienne)

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Heat olive oil and garlic over low heat for 15-20 minutes or until garlic is lightly browned. Remove from heat. Place baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush tops generously with garlic oil. Bake for 15 minutes until toasted. Meanwhile, mix tomatoes, basil, salt, and pepper together. Remove baguette from oven and arrange on serving platter. Top with 1-2 tablespoons tomato mixture and serve immediately.