Lina Sorrentino, Napoli
A simple alternative option to Bruschetta.
(Yield: 12+ servings)
1 day-old Italian bread loaf
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tomatoes (sliced ¼-inch thick)
3 garlic cloves (sliced thin)
6 large fresh basil leaves (chiffonade)
salt and freshly ground pepper
1. Slice bread to 1-inch rounds and brush entire surface with olive oil.
2.Put slices on broil pan and broil at 400°F until golden (approx. 4 minutes), making sure they do not burn.
3.Remove from oven and immediately layer.
4.Add 2 tomato slices, a few garlic slices, some basil and season with salt and pepper and a final drizzle of olive oil.
Serve warm as a great appetizer (optional, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese).