Tomato Balsamic Bruschetta

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Use a sharp serrated knife to cut bread loaf at an angle into eight, 1/2-inch-thick pieces, creating oval slices with plenty of surface area. Set loaf slices on baking sheet and toast in oven for 8-10 minutes, turning slices halfway through.
3. Combine diced tomato, balsamic vinegar, Parmesan and freshly torn or chopped basil in a bowl. Set aside.
4. Rub each piece of toasted bread with garlic. Set on platter and top evenly with tomato mixture. Add more fresh basil and Parmesan, if desired. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil.