A delightful dish featuring layers of tomatoes, herbs, and cheese baked to perfection.
Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
Use a non-stick baking dish for easier cleanup.
Layer half of the bread slices at the bottom of the dish.
Tear the bread slices to fit snugly in the dish.
Arrange half of the tomato slices over the bread, then sprinkle with half of the garlic, chives, salt, and pepper.
Ensure the tomato slices are evenly distributed for consistent flavor.
Sprinkle half of the feta cheese over the tomatoes and drizzle with olive oil.
Crumble the feta cheese finely for even coverage.
Repeat the layers with the remaining bread, tomatoes, garlic, chives, salt, and pepper.
Press down gently on the layers to compact them slightly.
Top with parmesan cheese and a final drizzle of olive oil.
Add a bit more parmesan for an extra cheesy top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Check the dish halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Let the bake cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Cooling allows the layers to set, making it easier to serve.