Ingredients:
4 ripe tomatoes
1/3 c. fresh basil, chopped
1 tsp. sugar (optional)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 clove garlic (whole - to rub on bread)
1 T. fresh oregano, chopped (dried is acceptable, if fresh is not available)
3 T. extra virgin olive oil
1 loaf crusty Italian or French bread
salt and pepper
Cut bread into one inch thick pieces.
Cut tomatoes in half. Remove seeds and discard. Dice tomatoes.
Combine with diced tomatoes garlic, basil, oregano and olive oil. If using dried oregano, be sure to crush it with your hands to release its oils, prior to adding it to the mixture. Sugar may also be added at this time, if you prefer a sweeter taste.
Place bread in oven to toast, under the broiler. Broil for a few minutes on each side. Watch carefully so they do not burn.
Rub garlic over toasts.
Top with tomato mixture and add mozzarella cheese, if desired. Place in warm oven until cheese melts.
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