Famous Bruschetta

Submitted by SAMS_Club

"I mix up a batch of this super-simple bruschetta at least once a week during the summer and all my friends ask for it when I'm entertaining. It's really easy and really delicious!"

 

• Ready In: 1hr 15mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• 12 ounces fresh basil leaves (about 2 cups loosely packed)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
• 2 pints cherry tomatoes or 2 pints grape tomatoes
• 1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope Lipton Recipe Secrets savory herb with garlic soup mix
• olive oil
• 1 -2 French baguette

directions

1. Seed and chop the tomatoes into small bite-sized pieces.
2. Finely chop the basil leaves.
3. Combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, parmesan in a small bowl.
4. Sprinkle the seasoning packet over the top and mix to combine.
5. Drizzle olive oil over the top until the bowl is about 1/2 full with oil. Probably close to 1/2-1 cup.
6. Allow this to refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the flavors to combine.
7. Meanwhile, slice the baguette into thin slices and toast. For extra flavor you can rub a garlic clove over the surface of the toasted bread.