Peel, seed, and chop the tomatoes.

Finely chop the garlic cloves.

Finely cut the basil.

Combine the chopped tomatoes, garlic, and basil in a bowl.

Season with kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste.

Cover the bowl and chill for about 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Slice the baguette on the diagonal.

Place the baguette slices on a cookie sheet.

Broil the baguette slices until lightly brown on one side.

Turn the slices and broil the other side until lightly brown.

While the toast is still warm, rub a peeled garlic clove on the surface of each slice.

Spoon the tomato mixture onto the garlic-rubbed toast and serve immediately.