Panzanella

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2cupsOlive oil
2Cloves of garlic
½French baguette cut into
1Inch cubes
3tablespoonsChiffonade of basil
¼cupPlus 1 tablespoon extra
Virgin oil
3tablespoonsBalsamic vinegar
Salt and black pepper
1teaspoonMinced garlic
½smallRed onion, julienned
4Roma tomatoes, seeds removed
And julienned
½poundsMozzarella Cheese, cut into
1Inch cubes
½poundsSalami, cut into 1-inch
Cubes
1Head of radicchio,
Julienned

Directions

In a large sauté pan, heat the olive oil and garlic cloves. When the oil is hot, add the bread cubes and fry until golden and crispy, about 3 minutes. Stirring often to prevent the bread from sticking together. Remove the bread from pan and drain on a paper-lined plate.

Season with salt and pepper In a mixing bowl, toss the remaining ingredients together and season with salt and pepper. Season the radicchio with olive oil, salt and pepper. Cover the base of the platter with the radicchio. To assemble, toss the fried bread with the other ingredients and mound on a platter. Can be made ahead of time, by keeping the bread separate until serving.

Yield: about 6 servings

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