Cherry Vine Tomato

Ingredients:

• 1 pint cherry vine tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves, chopped, for garnish
• Baguette or ciabatta bread, sliced
• Optional: Balsamic glaze for drizzling

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the baguette or ciabatta bread into 1/2-inch thick slices and arrange them on a baking sheet. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp. Remove from the oven and set aside.
2. While the bread is toasting, prepare the cherry vine tomatoes. Rinse them thoroughly and slice each tomato in half. If the tomatoes are particularly large, you can quarter them for bite-sized pieces.
3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry vine tomatoes, minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to coat the tomatoes evenly with the seasonings.
4. Once the bread is toasted, remove it from the oven and arrange the slices on a serving platter. Spoon the seasoned cherry vine tomato mixture generously over each slice of bread.
5. Garnish the bruschetta with freshly chopped basil leaves for an added burst of flavour and freshness.
6. If desired, drizzle a little balsamic glaze over the top of the bruschetta for a touch of sweetness and acidity.
7. Serve the cherry vine tomato bruschetta immediately as a delicious appetizer or light snack, and enjoy the burst of flavour with every bite!