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Grilled Tomato and Cheese Crostini
Category: Appetizers
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Ingredients:
* focaccia bread * two large tomatoes * cheddar cheese * clove of garlic, diced * a quarter cup extra virgin olive oil * a teaspoon of salt * a teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper * a cup of balsamic vinegar * two tablespoons of brown sugar
Directions:
So to start, I preheat the oven before slicing the bread. I brush the pieces lightly with extra virgin olive oil (I like to use this because it's tastier, but you can also use the regular olive oil if you want), then place them inside the oven for about 5-10 minutes or until lightly browned. While I wait for it, I make the glaze for the crostini, which is simple, really. I let simmer the balsamic vinegar on the pan and add brown sugar, and stir until it has reduced. Taste, and add more sugar if you think it's too strong. After 5-10 minutes, I remove the slices from the oven, rub them with some diced garlic. I then stop for a moment and enjoy the smell ^__^ I slice some tomatoes and put them on the bread, then season with salt and pepper. Then I glaze it with the balsamic vinegar and sugar reduction, and place cheese slices on top. Add more glaze if you like. Then it's back to the oven! Wait until the cheese has melted, and then take them out and enjoy. Serve hot