Bruschetta With Goat Cheese - cooking recipe

Ingredients

FOR THE TAPENADE
1 (14 ounce) can black olives, pitted, finely chopped
2 ounces sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped
2 tablespoons capers, chopped
1 tablespoon green peppercorn, in juice, crushed
2 garlic cloves, crushed
3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
3 -4 tablespoons olive oil
1 dash salt
1 dash pepper
FOR THE BASES
12 slices ciabatta
1/4 cup olive oil, for brushing
2 garlic cloves, halved
1/2 cup soft fresh goat cheese

Preparation

FOR THE TAPENADE ~ Mix first 7 tapenade ingredients together, then check seasoning. It shouldn't need too much. Allow to marinate overnight, if possible.
FOR THE BASES ~ broil both sides of bread until lightly brown.
Brush one side with oil & then rub with a cut clove of garlic. Set aside until ready to serve.
Spread bread slices with cheese, roughing it up with a fork, then spoon tapenade on top, & serve.