Panzanella

Ingredients

• 6 plum tomatoes, cut in 1" cubes
• 1 yellow bell pepper, cut in 1" cubes
• 1 red bell peppers, cut in 1" cubes
• 1 large English cucumber, cut in 1/2" round halves
• 1 large bunch basil, left whole
• olives, if desired
• 1 loaf great bread, cut into large cubes
• olive oil
• 6 cloves garlic, lightly hit
• Vinaigrette:
• 1 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 large shallot, minced

Method

• Cut up vegetables except basil. Mix together and refrigerate until ready.
• Heat a good amount of olive oil in pan. Add garlic to infuse. Add bread cubes to toast until crisp. Cool.
• Make vinaigrette in the bottom of a large bowl. Add vegetables and bread cubes. Mix together. Just before serving, add basil and olives, if using.

Notes

• Description:
• "I love this salad!!!!"
• SERVINGS: 12