Grilled Tomato Crustini Recipe

Ingredients for Grilled Tomato Crustini

• French Baguette
• 2 large tomatoes
• Gorgonzola
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Black Pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

How to Make Grilled Tomato Crustini

1. **Make the Balsamic Glaze:** In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar and 1/4 cup sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and cook until the mixture has reduced by half, about 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat, cool completely, and refrigerate until ready to use.
2. **Prepare the Crostini:** Preheat grill to medium-low heat.
3. Slice a baguette into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
4. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet lined with wax paper.
5. Cut tomatoes in half lengthwise, then slice into 1/4-inch thick half-circles.
6. Arrange tomato slices on a separate baking sheet lined with wax paper.
7. Brush both the bread and tomato slices with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season generously with salt and pepper.
8. Grill the bread for about 1 minute per side, or until lightly golden brown. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
9. Grill the tomato slices for about 30 seconds per side, or until slightly charred and heated through.
10. **Assemble the Crostini:** Arrange the grilled baguette slices on a serving platter.
11. Top each slice with a grilled tomato half-circle.
12. Crumble 4 ounces Gorgonzola cheese evenly over the crostini.
13. Drizzle generously with the chilled balsamic glaze.
14. Garnish with 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley.