White Bean Bruschetta

I made this for an appetizer with some girlfriends, it was delicious! I had to substitute a few things the first time, but this is the recipe as it is supposed to be.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 16

Ingredients

• 1  French baguette, 16 1/2-inch thick slices
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 2  tablespoons tomatoes, juliennes drained
• 2  tablespoons  chopped fresh basil leaves or 2  teaspoons dried basil
•  salt
• 2  garlic cloves, halved

Directions

1. Heat oven to 400°F
2. Brush one side of each bread slice with the olive oil. Place on a baking sheet, oil-side up. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until toasted.
3. Meanwhile, mix beans, sun-dried tomatoes and basil in a medium bowl. Mash with a fork and mix well. Season with salt. Rub the cut sides of garlic over the tops of the toasts. Cover each toast slice with 1 tablespoon bean spread. Serve immediately.