Take a shortcut for your next Summer Party appetizer use bakery brought toast or Rusk! A simple and colourful snack that easy for kids to put together.
If you are like me planning to use the skillet then heat it.
Brush oil on both sides of the rusk and warm it up
If you plan to use the oven to toast bread
Preheat the oven to 200C| 400°.
Brush the sliced bread with oil on both sides.
Arrange them on a baking tray and toast till you get a nice golden colour. After about 10 minutes flip it over and toast on the other side.
Whatever method you use immediately rub the garlic cloves on the toast.
Getting the Topping Ready:
In a small pan heat the 4 tablespoon olive oil. Saute the garlic till the garlic turns light golden brown. Set aside to cool. You can also use the garlic without sauteing
Meanwhile, chop the tomatoes and basil. Transfer to a bowl to mix.
Add the garlic, oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper, parmesan if using. Toss well.