Tomato and Thyme Crostini

Directions

Tomato Mixture

1. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet. Sauté tomatoes and thyme for 5 minutes over medium heat.
2. Season with salt and pepper. Continue to sauté until tomatoes start to blister and break down.
3. Add vinegar and sugar to mixture. Stir until combined. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
4. Remove from heat. Remove stems from thyme.
5. Place mixture in a bowl. Set aside.

Crostini

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut Kinnikinnick Hot Dog Buns into ¼ inch thick slices lengthwise (approx. 5 pieces).
   
3. Place cut pieces on baking tray and drizzle with olive oil.
   
4. Bake in preheated oven for 7 - 10 minutes turning once during baking.
5. Remove from oven and top with pieces of bocconcini.
6. Return to oven for 3 - 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Remove from oven.

Assembly

1. Top Crostini with tomato mixture and finish with fresh thyme.

Yields 10 Crostini