TOMATO AND FETA TOASTS

1 small loaf French bread
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, peeled, halved
3 small ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon fresh oregano

1.  Preheat oven to 340*F (325* convection).

2.  Cut bread on the diagonal into four thick slices; split slices.  Brush bread with half the oil.  Place on baking sheet.  Toast in oven about 20 minutes, turning bread halfway or until crisp. Rub toasts with garlic.

3.  Season tomato; spoon onto toasts  Stand 20 minutes.

4.  Top tomato with cheese; drizzle with remaining oil.  Sprinkle with oregano.

prep + cook time 35 minutes (+ standing)
makes 8
tip  This dish is very simple.  Success lies in the quality of the ingredients:  choose ripe tomatoes, good bread and a quality oil.