4¾-inch slices of rustic bread (like country bread or baguette)
1very ripe medium tomatohalved
Salt to tasteoptional
Freshly ground black pepperoptional
Chopped fresh herbssuch as basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructies
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil and minced/mashed garlic.
Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven until they become lightly crisp.
Keep the oven on.
While the bread is toasting, gently squeeze each tomato half to extract the seeds.
Once the bread is lightly toasted, brush one side of each slice with the garlic and olive oil mixture.
Rub the bread slices with the cut sides of the tomato halves to impart the tomato flavor.
Repeat for the other side of the bread.
Return the bread to the oven and toast again until the edges become crisp.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serve the garlic and tomato toast warm. Optionally, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and garnish with chopped fresh herbs.This revised version maintains the authentic flavors of the traditional Spanish recipe while offering a simple and delicious way to enjoy garlic and tomato-infused toast.