QUICK FRESH TOMATO BRUSCHETTA

Makes approximately 24 slices.

1 multi grain baguette, thinly sliced on an angle
olive oil
cooking spray
2 cloves garlic, peeled & cut in half
4 medium tomatoes, halved and sliced (heirlooms are wonderful)
1 cup mozzarella, grated
¼ cup fresh basil, julienned
salt & fresh ground pepper to taste

Lightly toast baguette slices in 400 degree oven, turning once to crisp both sides. Cool slightly and rub one side of each slice with cut side of garlic. Lightly brush each slice with a little olive oil.

Coat a large nonstick saute pan with cooking spray and heat on medium high. Place tomato slices in a single layer in pan (may have to do a few batches). Sprinkle lightly with salt and fresh ground pepper. Top with some of the grated mozzarella and julienned basil. Cover pan and heat just until tomatoes are warm and cheese is melted.

Place one tomato slice on each piece of the toasted baguette. Serve warm or at room temperature.