Rye Bread Crostini

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Ingredients

  • 6 slices German rye bread
  • 2 large garlic cloves, halved
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 1/2 ounces German soft, spreadable cheese
  • 2 medium-ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
  • 3 basil leaves, sliced very thinly lengthwise
  • Sea salt and freshly ground pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cut bread slices in half. Rub one side of each piece with the cut side of garlic. Brush with oil and place on a baking sheet; bake 10 minutes. Let bread cool, slightly, and spread toasted bread with cheese. Gently stir together tomato and basil spoon on top. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve.