Bread Salad with Fontina and Black-Forest Ham

Name: Bread Salad with Fontina and Black-Forest Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 10-ounce loaf country-style bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 5 cups); 2/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar; 1 clove garlic, minced; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper; 1/2 pound fontina, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes; 1 rib celery, sliced; 1 small red onion, chopped; 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley; 1/2 head romaine lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces (about 3 cups); 6 ounces sliced Black Forest ham, cut into strips approximately 1 1/2 by 1/2 inch

Servings: persons

1 10-ounce loaf country-style bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 5 cups)
2/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper
1/2 pound fontina, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
1 rib celery, sliced
1 small red onion, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 head romaine lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces (about 3 cups)
6 ounces sliced Black Forest ham, cut into strips approximately 1 1/2 by 1/2 inch

1
Heat the oven to 325.
2
Toss the bread cubes with the 3 tablespoons oil and spread on a large baking sheet.
3
Bake, stirring once or twice, until crisp and lightly browned on the outside but still soft inside, about 15 minutes.
4
Let cool.
5
In a large glass or stainless-steel bowl, whisk the vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper.
6
Add the remaining 2/3 cup oil slowly, whisking.
7
Add the toasted bread, cheese, tomatoes, celery, onion, and parsley and toss to coat.
8
Let sit for 5 minutes.
9
Add the lettuce and ham and toss again.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 10-ounce loaf country-style bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 5 cups), 2/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar, 1 clove garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Bread Salad with Fontina and Black-Forest Ham falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!