pam's bruschetta

Ingredients

• 1 - baguette, italian or french bread.
• 3 - tomatoes, cut in half and seeded, and chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced +1 whole clove for rubbing on sliced bread
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, or to taste
• 5 - basil leaves, chopped finely
• 1 ounce olive oil
• 1 ounce grated parmesan cheese, optional
• - salt and pepper to taste