Mexican Bruschetta
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 cups diced ripe tomatoes
- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 jalapeno, diced (if you prefer less heat, remove the seeds & membrane)
- 1 small white onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- a good pinch of salt & freshly ground pepper
- 12 oz baguette, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch thick slices
- 1 1/2 cups refried beans, warmed
- 1 1/2 cups grated white cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler on high. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine tomatoes, cilantro, juice, jalapeno, onion, garlic, sugar, salt & pepper in a medium bowl. Cover & let stand.
- Arrange the bread slices in a single layer on the baking sheet. Spread each slice with warmed beans. Sprinkle each slice with cheese. Broil, 6 inches from the heat, for 2 to 3 minutes or until the cheese is melted & bubbling.
- Top with tomato mixture. Serve immediately. Serves 6 as an appetizer or 3 to 4 as a main.