Tomato Bruschetta

🥘 Ingredients

• plum tomatoes 1 lb
• salt 1 tsp
• olive oil 5 Tbsp
• garlic, minced 2 cloves
• basil leaves 8 large
• pepper
• toasted bread 4 slices

1. 1

   Core and chop the plum tomatoes , then transfer colander over a bowl or in the sink. Add the salt and gently stir. Let drain for up to 2 hours .
2. 2

   Meanwhile, make the garlic oil: In a small saucepan , warm the olive oil and garlic, minced over low heat until the garlic is softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes , making sure the garlic doesn't brown. Set aside to cool.
3. 3

   Roll the basil leaves up and thinly slice crosswise.
4. 4

   When the oil is cool and the tomatoes are well drained, combine the tomatoes, garlic oil and basil in a medium bowl. Season with additional salt and pepper , to taste. Spoon over toasted bread .