ITALIAN BREAD SALAD

1 loaf Italian bread, cubed

4 cups plum tomatoes, wedged

½ cup sweet onions, thinly sliced

2 green onions, sliced including greens

½ cup fresh basil, thinly sliced

¼ cup balsamic vinegar

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon garlic, minced

2 tablespoons capers

3 tablespoons water

½ teaspoon sea salt or to taste

freshly ground pepper

tiny fresh milk mozzarella balls (optional)

sliced roasted peppers (optional)

Directions:

Slice & Cube the bread, leaving on the crusts. If it is not dry, place the cubes on a cookie sheet & dry in the oven, making sure NOT to brown it. Use the bread at room temperature. Wedge the tomatoes, slice the onions & basil leaves & place in bowl & add capers. Whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, water, & garlic. About 15 minutes before serving, toss together all the ingredients with the dressing & add fresh ground pepper.

Delicious with grilled chicken & your favorite Italian wine. MLS