Fresh Tomato Bruschetta

When fresh tomatoes are in season, this is a lovely snack or appetizer. Spooned on to crostini the flavour bursts with freshness. It takes only a few minutes to assemble so it's good for when the neighbours drop by.

• 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• 2 tbsp chopped red pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped green pepper
• 1 tbsp finely chopped red onion
• 1 tbsp. good balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 4 or 5 large basil leaves coarsely chopped
• salt and pepper to taste
• a few drops hot pepper sauce if desired

For the Crostini

• 1 baguette
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1-2 cloves garlic minced

1. Combine all bruschetta ingredients in a bowl and let stand while you prepare the crostini.
2. Combine olive oil and minced garlic in a small bowl.
3. Slice Baguette and toast slices under the broiler until lightly browned.
4. Lightly brush baguette slices with garlic olive oil and place in serving basket.
5. Pass the bruschetta and spoon a generous amount on the crostini.