Panzanella

Ingredients

10 ounces coarse country bread
4 ripe tomatoes, diced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn into pieces
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Tear the bread into chunks and place into a large pan. Add enough water to cover, and soak for five minutes. Drain the bread pieces, squeezing out excess moisture. Crumble the bread into a salad bowl. Add the sliced tomatoes, onion, and basil. Pour in the olive oil, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serves 6