Step 1

Preheat oven to the "broil" setting.

Step 2

Cut baguette into 1/2" slices. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet. Brush lightly with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Broil bread slices for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned. Turn slices and repeat.

Step 3

Place toasts in a basket or on your preferred serving dish.

Step 4

Mix chopped tomatoes, with one tablespoon olive oil and add remaining ingredients. Stir until combined.

Step 5

Serve with toasted bread slices.

Step 6

OPTIONAL: For a parmesan topped bruschetta, leave toasts on the baking sheet and spoon tomato mixture onto the bread. Sprinkle each with fresh Parmesan cheese and return to broiler for just a minute or two.