Tomato Basil Open-Faced Sandwich

1 ½ T olive oil                                                                            1 clove garlic, crushed

1 T finely minced fresh basil                                                   8 ¾ inch slices, crusty hearth style bread

16-24 fresh basil leaves, enough to cover bread slices   4 red-ripe, medium tomatoes, stem end removed

Salt (optional)  Fresh ground black pepper

Gently heat oil and garlic in small skillet over MEDIUM heat. Add minced basil and stir well. Remove from heat, allow to cool.  Lightly toast slices of bread and brush lightly with flavored, cooled oil. Place oil-side up and layer with fresh basil leaves, about 2 or three per toast.   Slice tomatoes and arrange slices over basil leaves. Sprinkle with optional salt and a grinding of fresh black pepper. Serve immediately.

Takes 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4.   Calories, 290; sat. fat, 1.5 g; total fat, 8g; protein 8g; cargohydrates, 46g; dietary fiber, 4g.

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