Bruschetta al Pomodoro

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. tomatoes, diced
• 1 shallot, minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 8-10 basil leaves, chiffonade
• 2 T. Sola Stella Olive Oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 baguette
• Asiago cheese, for sprinkling
• Traditional balsamic vinegar, for drizzling'

For Bruschetta Mixture:

• Combine tomatoes, shallot, garlic, basil, and olive oil in a bowl and mix to combine.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper.

To Assemble:

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Slice baguette on a diagonal into 1/2 inch thick slices and place
2. on a baking sheet. Brush one side with olive oil and place oil side down on the baking sheet.
3. Toast for 5-6 minutes or until golden brown. Once cooled, place baguette slices oil side up on a
4. serving plate. Top slices with bruschetta mixture. Sprinkle with asiago cheese and drizzle with traditional balsamic vinegar.