Garlic Rubbed Heirloom Tomato Tartine

Ingredients

• 2 large Heirloom tomatoes
• 4 thick slices Sourdough or Country bread
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Flaky sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic glaze(optional)
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Slice the heirloom tomatoes into thick rounds and place them on a paper towel to drain excess moisture for 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Toast the bread slices in a toaster or under a broiler until golden brown and firm.

3. 3

   While the bread is still hot, peel the garlic cloves and rub the cut side of the garlic vigorously over the surface of each slice.

4. 4

   Lightly brush the garlic-rubbed bread with a thin layer of extra virgin olive oil or a small amount of butter.

5. 5

   Arrange the tomato slices over the bread, overlapping them slightly to cover the entire surface.

6. 6

   Sprinkle a generous pinch of flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper over the tomatoes.

7. 7

   Tear the fresh basil leaves by hand and scatter them over the top of the tartines.

8. 8

   Drizzle with the remaining olive oil and an optional touch of balsamic glaze before serving immediately.