Bruschetta

This appitizer can be prepared ahead of time and put together in minutes. It is a favorite baby or wedding shower, Tupperware Party and movie snack. A real crowd pleaser, double this recipe...it goes fast.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 5-10
• Yields: 20-24 bruschetta

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 loaf baguette
• 5  fresh firm roma tomatoes, cubed
• 3  tablespoons mayonnaise (Miracle Whip makes this recipe tangy)
• 1⁄2 cup  shredded mozzarella cheese
• 3  cloves  minced garlic
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dry basil or 4 -5  fresh minced basil leaves

Directions

1. Mix tomatoes, garlic, and basil in a bowl and set aside for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavours to combine.
2. Warm oven to 350 degrees.
3. Line a cookie sheet with tin foil to reduce clean up time.
4. Cut loaf into 1/2" slices, place on the cookie sheet about 1/4" apart.
5. Stir mayonnaise into tomato mixture.
6. Add cheese and combine well.
7. Top bread slices by tablespoons with mixture.
8. Place in HOT oven and bake for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden brown.