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["Place tomatoes in a small saucepan and cover with water.", "Bring to a boil over high heat and boil for 2 minutes, or until plumped and tender.", "Remove saucepan from the heat and drain off the water.", "Heat the 3/4 cup olive oil, rosemary, thyme, and garlic in a separate small saucepan, just until warmed through.", "Pour warm oil and herbs over the drained tomatoes.", "Cool and place tomatoes, oil, and herbs in a non-reactive container, in the refrigerator until ready to use.", "These will keep refrigerated for up to 1 week.", "Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.", "Place bread cubes in a medium bowl and drizzle with olive oil, tossing to coat.", "Season croutons generously with Essence and toss to coat.", "Place croutons on a small baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until croutons are completely crisp.", "Cool completely.", "To assemble the salads, place lettuce and cheese in a large mixing bowl.", "Remove several tomatoes from the oil and julienne about 6 tablespoonfuls.", "Add the tomatoes to the lettuce.", "Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the lettuce, and toss to coat.", "Season with salt and pepper, to taste.", "Divide the salad equally among 6 salad plates.", "Place 4 to 5 croutons on each plate and top each salad with 1 tablespoon of the sprouts.", "Serve immediately.", "2 1/2 tablespoons paprika", "2 tablespoons salt", "2 tablespoons garlic powder", "1 tablespoon black pepper", "1 tablespoon onion powder", "1 tablespoon cayenne pepper", "1 tablespoon dried oregano", "1 tablespoon dried thyme", "Combine all ingredients thoroughly.", "Yield: 2/3 cup", "Recipe from ""New New Orleans Cooking"
