Bruschetta II

== Description ==
Contributed by Healthy Recipes For Diabetic Friends Y-Group
* Source: Family Circle All-Time Favorite Recipes
* Prep Time: 25 Minutes
* Servings: 12
== Ingredients ==
=== Seasoning oil ===
* ⅓ cup olive oil
* 4 cloves garlic, crushed
* 6 fresh basil leaves, chopped
* ⅛ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
=== Tomato topping ===
* 1½ lb plum tomatoes, chopped
* ½ cup chopped fresh basil
* 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
* 1 tbsp olive oil
* ½ tsp salt
* ¼ tsp black pepper
* 1 loaf French bread (8 oz), split horizontally
* small fresh basil leaves for garnish 
== Directions ==
# Prepare seasoning oil: heat oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat.
# Add garlic, basil and red-pepper flakes; cook, stirring, 5 to 7 minutes or until garlic is golden.
# Cool the oil and strain.
# Meanwhile, prepare tomato topping: stir together tomatoes, basil, vinegar, oil, salt and pepper in a large bowl.
# Heat oven to 500°F.
# Brush cut sides of split bread with about 2 tablespoons seasoning oil.
# Place on a baking sheet.
# Bake in heated 500°F oven 3 to 5 minutes or until golden.
# Slice toasted bread into 2-inch widths and arrange on a large serving platter.
# Spoon tomato topping over and garnish with fresh basil leaves. 
== Nutritional information ==
Per serving:
* 126 Calories | 3g Protein | 211mg Sodium | 2mg Cholesterol | 7g Fat | 13g Carbs
* Exchanges: 1 bread/starch | 2 fat
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Category:Healthy Recipes for Diabetic Friends
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