Madeline's White Bean Bruschetta

SERVES 4-6

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• Loaf crusty Italian bread, sliced into ½ inch slices
• 1 clove of garlic
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for spreading
• Salt & pepper
• 2 vine-ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• ½small red onion, minced
• ½ cup chopped celery
• 1 15-ounce can white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Directions:

1. Rub sliced bread on front and back with garlic, then spread with a light layer of olive oil, salt and pepper on each side. Place bread on grill at medium heat and toast each side.
2. In a bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, celery, beans, balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to combine. Taste and correct seasoning.
3. Plate and serve topped with the bean salad

Valastro, Buddy. "Madeline\u0027s White Bean Bruschetta" 21 February 2012. HowStuffWorks.com. 26 February 2012.