Panzanelea (french bread salad)

4 servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
½ French bread loaf cut into
1 \" cubes
Olive oil for frying
Salt and pepper
3 tablespoons Chiffonade of basil
3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Minced garlic
4 Italian Roma tomatoes, cut
Into 1/2 \" slices
¼ pounds Fresh Mozzarella cheese, cut
Into 1/2 \" slices

Directions

For croutons: In a large saute pan, heat the olive oil. When smoking hot, add the bread cubes and fry until golden, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir often to prevent from sticking. Remove from pan and drain on a paper-lined plate. Season with salt and pepper Toss the remain ingredients together in a mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

To assemble, toss the fried bread with the other ingredients and place on a platter. Can be made ahead of time, by keeping the bread separate until serving.

Yield: 4 servings

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