Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Dice your ripe tomatoes and mince a clove of fresh garlic. Chop a small red onion. Combine in a bowl with a drizzle of olive oil, fresh basil, salt, and pepper. Rest for 10-15 minutes.

Slice the Italian bread into ½-inch thick pieces.

Drizzle the oiled bread slices with olive oil and toast in the oven for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.

Rub the toasted bread with a whole garlic clove and sprinkle with salt.

Spoon the tomato mixture over the toasted bread slices.

Arrange on a platter and optionally drizzle with balsamic vinegar or sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.