Spicy Texas Bruschetta

Recipe from July 2021

Ingredients

• 1 French baguette, cut into long slices

• Olive oil for brushing on bread

• 1 small can jalapeños (not all will be used)

• 2 to 3 tomatoes, seeded and chopped

• 1 avocado, cut into cubes

• 1 tablespoon minced parsley

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 2 ounces queso fresco or feta cheese, crumbled

• Louisiana Style hot sauce for garnish

Instructions

1. Brush each side of the baguette liberally with olive oil. Place on a heated griddle to toast.

2. Flip the bread, toasting each side.

3. Once it is toasted, brush one side of bread with a small amount of the juice from the can of jalapeños.

4. In a separate bowl, combine the tomatoes, avocado, and parsley, tossing to combine well.

5. Season with salt and pepper.

6. Top the bread with the mixture. Garnish with a thin slice of jalapeño, queso fresco, and a few drops of hot sauce.