Heirloom Tomato Crostini

1. 1

   Cut the tomatoes in half from top to bottom, remove the cores, then cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices.

2. 2

   Set an oven rack 4 inches from the broiler heat source.

3. 3

   Preheat the broiler.

4. 4

   Arrange the bread in a single layer on a broiler pan.

5. 5

   Generously drizzle oil on both sides of the bread.

6. 6

   Broil, turning once, until golden, about 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Immediately arrange the tomato slices, overlapping slightly, on the toast.

8. 8

   Season with salt and pepper and tear the basil leaves over the top.

9. 9

   Drizzle with a little more oil and serve immediately.

10. 10

    If my broiler is in use, I use my toaster oven instead.

11. 11

    There are few things I like more than grilled bread, but it would be too overpowering here.

12. 12

    You definitely want the subtlety of toasted bread.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.