Bruschetta with Basil and Oregano Source: Rose Reisman Brings Home Light Cooking Yield: 12 servings, serving size: 2 slices
2 small tomatoes; diced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon garlic; crushed 2 tablespoons fresh basil; chopped 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 tablespoon fresh oregano; chopped 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon chopped green onions 12 French bread slices; 1/2-inch thick 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
In a small bowl, combine tomatoes, oil, garlic, basil, oregano and onion. Let stand for at least 20 minutes.
Toast bread on a baking sheet under the broiler, turning once, until brown on both sides.
Divide tomato mixture evenly over bread; sprinkle with cheese.
Broil for 2 minutes, or until heated through.
Variations: Add 3 tablespoons finely diced yellow or red pepper, or red onion to the tomato mixture, or sprinkle 2 tablespoons diced sun-dried tomatoes over slices just before broiling.
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