Day 361: Aunt Jeff's Marinated Tomatoes for Bruschetta & More

A good friend once told me that marinating chopped tomatoes in olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper will help bring out the natural flavor of the tomatoes. He was right! This is another recipe where the ingredients and measurements are not rigid.

• Several plum or other fresh tomatoes, roughly chopped (have not tried canned)
  
• Dash of salt
• Generous dash of pepper
• 1-2 TBSP Olive Oil
• Generous splash of red wine vinegar (I use Tenuta's extra strong)
• Additional seasonings to taste (for pizza and bruschetta I use Tenuta's Italian spice mix w/ salt)

Combine all ingredients in a small mixing bowl (non-reactive). Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour prior to using. I have used this blend to top pizza, bruschetta, in salads, and in guacamole.