Raisin Bread Crostini with Tomato-Basil Salsa

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons (30 mL) olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon (2 mL) finely minced garlic
• 6 slices Sun-Maid Raisin Cinnamon Swirl Bread
• 1 cup (250 mL) diced cherry tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon (15 mL) thinly sliced basil
• 1/4 teaspoon (1 mL) balsamic vinegar
• Pinch Kosher salt
• 2 ounces (57 g) soft goat cheese or cream cheese

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 375(F (190(C). Combine olive oil and garlic in a microwave-safe dish; microwave on HIGH (100% power) for 20 seconds to infuse garlic flavor. Place raisin bread on a baking sheet. Brush top of bread slices with garlic olive oil. Bake 6 minutes; turn and bake additional 6 minutes or until toasted. Remove toasts from baking sheet and cool on a wire rack. Cut diagonally into quarters. Can be stored covered for up to 2 days. Combine tomatoes, basil, balsamic vinegar and salt in a small bowl. Spread toasts lightly with cheese; top with a small spoonful of tomato salsa. A video of this recipe, with a step-by-step demonstration, is available online at www.sunmaid.ca.

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