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Tomato Bread Salad

Serving Size - 8
Prepared By - Lois & Wade
Recipe Rating
Printer Friendly Recipe

Tomato Bread Salad:
3 pounds ripe plum tomatoes cut into large cubes
2 cups thinly sliced red onions
1 cup slivered fresh basil leaves
2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and Coarsely ground black pepper to taste
3 cups Herby Garlic Croutons (recipe follows)
Herby Garlic Croutons:
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups stale bread cubes (about ½ inch thick)
3 large cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp snipped fresh chives
1 tsp chopped fresh tarragon
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Tomato Bread Salad - Combine the tomatoes, red onions, basil, olive oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper in a large bowl. Herby Garlic Croutons - Heat the butter and oil in a large nonstick skillet. Add the bread cubes and cook over medium high heat, tossing them constantly with a wooden spoon for 3 to 4 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the garlic and herbs. Continue to cook the croutons, tossing frequently, until golden brown, about 20 minutes. Transfer them to a bowl and toss with the Parmesan. Cool to room temperature, and store in an airtight container until ready to use.