Recipes For 2004

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Grilled Crostini

1 stick French bread
1/2 cup garlic and herb olive oil (purchased or home made)
3 ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced
1/2 pound fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
1 bunch fresh basil, washed, dried

Prepare grill to medium heat. Slice French bread 1" thick. Brush both sides of slices, lightly, with olive oil. Place sliced bread on grill. Grill for approximately 30 seconds each side until nicely browned.
Remove bread from grill and place on serving platter. Place 1 tomato slice on each grilled bread slice. Place 1 piece of sliced cheese on tomato and 1 basil leaf.