*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                     Panzanelea (French Bread Salad)

Recipe By     :   ESSENCE OF EMERIL  SHOW #EE2270 
Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Salads

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     1/2                French bread loaf
                        cut into 1" cubes
                        Olive oil for frying
                        Salt and pepper
   3      Tablespoons   chiffonade of basil
   3      Tablespoons   extra virgin olive oil
   1      Tablespoon    balsamic vinegar
   1      Teaspoon      minced garlic
   4                    Italian Roma tomatoes
                        cut into 1/2 " slices
     1/4  Pound         fresh Mozzarella cheese
                        cut into 1/2 " slices

                                       
  For croutons:  In a large saute pan, heat the olive oil.  
When smoking hot, add the bread cubes and fry until golden, 
about 3-4 minutes. Stir often to prevent from sticking.     
Remove from pan and drain on a paper-lined plate.  Season   
with salt and pepper   Toss the remain ingredients together 
in a mixing bowl.  Season with salt and pepper.             
  To assemble, toss the fried bread with the other          
ingredients and place on a platter.  Can be made ahead of   
time, by keeping the bread separate until serving.          
                                                            


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