Bruschetta

 yummy appetizer or snack - toasted bread topped with tomato, basil, balsamic vinegar mixture!  mwah!

9 Roma or plum tomatoes, diced

1/2 c fresh basil leaves, chopped

1/3 c shredded Parmesan cheese

1 1/2 T minced fresh garlic

1 T balsamic vinegar

2 T olive oil

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 loaf crusty French or Italian bread, sliced into rounds

In large bowl, combine all the ingredients except the bread.(can make up to a few hours ahead and refrigerate)

Toast the sliced bread until golden.  Spoon tomato mixture onto the warm toasted bread and serve immediately