Panzanella
The fastest and most delicious salad you can make out of day old bread and summer tomatoes! 6 servings.
6 cups bread cubes from a day old crusty, chewy loaf
1 lb. tomatoes cut into small chunks
3 little cucs, cut into 1/2 inch quarter rounds
1/2 cup thin slices sweet onion
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
1/2 cup oil
3 TB vinegar
1 minced clove garlic
salt and pepper
2/3 cup fresh basil, cut into thin ribbons
Combine bread with vegetables in a serving bowl. Whisk together the dressing and add to the bread mixture along with the basil. Let stand at room temp, stirring occasionally, for at least 20 minutes before serving.