CRAB BRUSCHETTA

4 cups diced Roma tomatoes

1 cup diced white onion
2 tsp minced garlic
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1/2 tsp dried oregano
2 tbsp sugar
1 lb lump blue crabmeat, be sure all shells are removed
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground coarse black pepper
1/3 cup minced fresh basil
2 baguettes, sliced, toasted

In crock-pot or slow cooker combine the tomatoes, onion, garlic, oil, vinegar, oregano, and sugar; place lid on cooker and cook on low setting for 2 hours.  Gently stir in the crab, salt, and pepper.  Cook on low for another hour.  Fold in the basil.

Top the toasted baguette slices with the warm bruschetta for serving.

Note:  If you prefer, you can serve on whole-grain crackers for a healthier touch!

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