Bruschetta

Bruschetta

Got a last-minute party? Let these appetizers keep guests busy as you prepare the entree.

Makes 16 pieces Prep Time 10 minutes Cooking Time 2 minutes

1 cup finely chopped and seeded tomatoes

1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves

1 teaspoon minced garlic

salt and pepper to taste

1 large or 2 mini French bread

2 tablespoons olive oil

8 pieces prosciutto

8 pieces arugula (rocket leaves)

32 pieces shaved Parmesan cheese

1 In a bowl, mix together tomatoes, basil leaves and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.

2 Slice the French bread diagonally to come up with 16 pieces. Brush with olive oil on both sides of each bread. Heat a grill pan and grill the bread until brown and crunchy.

3 Spread tomato mixture on each bread. Top with prosciutto, arugula and Parmesan cheese. Serve while warm.