EL PAN TUMACA (CON JAMÓN) PREMIO A MEJOR RECETA **ESPAÑOLA 2019**

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Slice the rustic bread into thick slices and place them on a baking sheet.

Drizzle the bread slices with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.

Toast the bread in the oven for about 10 minutes or until golden brown.

While the bread is toasting, wash the tomatoes and cut them in half.

In a bowl, grate the tomatoes using a box grater, discarding the skins.

In a separate bowl, mash the garlic cloves with a pinch of salt until it forms a paste.

Combine the grated tomatoes, garlic paste, remaining olive oil, black pepper, and balsamic vinegar (if using) in a bowl. Mix well.

Once the bread is toasted, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Top each slice of toasted bread with the tomato mixture, spreading it evenly.

Serve immediately as a delicious appetizer or snack.

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