italian garden panzanella

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24 Pinches
Columbia, SC
Updated on Sep 29, 2010

This is my go-to quick summer supper. I head to the garden for the tomatoes and herbs and use whatever meats and cheeses are in the fridge. It is a great way to use day-old bread and my family loves it.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 15 Min
method ---
yield 4 to 6

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cubed salami, 1/2 inch cubes
  • 1 cup cubed asiago cheese, 1/2 inch cubes
  • 4 cups cubed italian bread, 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper or to taste
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 large ripe tomatoes, diced
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

How To Make italian garden panzanella

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. In a large bowl, toss bread cubes with 3 tablespoons olive oil, salt and pepper. Spread in an even layer on baking sheet and bake until toasted and golden – about 15 minutes. Remove from oven and cool slightly. Return bread to the large bowl. Add salami, cheese, tomatoes, onion, basil and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk together remaining olive oil and vinegar. Drizzle dressing over bread mixture. Toss gently and serve immediately.

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