Ingredients

12

slices pumpernickel bread

2

tablespoons olive oil

3

medium tomatoes, chopped (2 cups)

2

cloves garlic, finely chopped

1

tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves

2

teaspoons olive oil

2

teaspoons balsamic vinegar

1/2

teaspoon salt

1/4

teaspoon pepper

Preparation

Heat oven to 450°F. With spider-shaped cookie cutter, cut 2 spider shapes from each bread slice. Brush both sides of shapes with 2 tablespoons oil. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.

Bake 4 minutes, turning once, until toasted.

Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix remaining ingredients. Arrange toasted bread on serving platter; spoon tomato mixture on each piece. Serve warm.