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In a skillet over medium heat, heat 2 Tablespoons of the olive oil. Once hot, add the minced garlic and cook 2 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool as you prepared the tomatoes.
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Finely dice tomatoes and place in a medium-sized bowl.
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Pour the garlic-infused olive oil into the bowl, along with the balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper and basil. Stir to combine and set aside to marinate for 30 minutes.
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Preheat oven to 400F.
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Slice baguette into 1.5" slices. Brush both sides of each slice with olive oil and place on an ungreased baking sheet.
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Bake for 5 minutes, then flip and bake for another 5 minutes until golden.
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Top the baguette slices with the tomato mixture and then garnish with Parmesan cheese, as desired.