Zucchini and Garlic Bruschetta

Ingredients

Baguette

1, cut into 1/2 inch slices

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon, freshly ground

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Fresh basil

1/4 cup, finely chopped

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Zucchini

2 medium, thinly sliced

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the thinly sliced zucchini to the skillet and sauté until they become tender, this should take about 5 minutes.
4. Next, add the minced garlic to the skillet and continue cooking for an additional 1 minute.
5. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the finely chopped basil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
6. Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and place in the preheated oven. Toast the slices for about 5 minutes, or until they turn lightly golden.
7. Once toasted, remove the baguette slices from the oven and let them cool slightly.
8. Top each toasted baguette slice with a generous spoonful of the sautéed zucchini and garlic mixture.
9. Serve immediately while the bread is still warm. Enjoy this delightful appetizer with a glass of your favorite white wine.