Tomatoes contain lycopene which is one of the most powerful antioxidants found in nature. Also tomatoes are easy to preserve in home canning as tomato sauce or paste.
Bruschetta
Preheat broiler. Cover a medium sized baking sheet with a single layer of bread slices. Brush the slices with olive oil. Dice the tomatoes. In a mixing bowl, combine the tomatoes, olive oil, and basil. Mix for two minutes. Place bread under the broiler until lightly browned. Remove from broiler and top with the tomatoe mixture.
Featuring the following Urban Gardener plants:
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10 slices italian bread |
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2 1/2 Tsp. olive oil |
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4 fresh tomatoes |
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1 Tsp. fresh basil; chopped |
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Additional Information
Difficulty Level: 1 ·