Tomato And Bread Salad Recipe

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.

2. 2

   Split the baguette in half lengthwise.

3. 3

   Rub 1/2 very well with the mashed garlic on the cut side.

4. 4

   Brush liberally with extra virgin olive oil.

5. 5

   Cut the garlicked half in half again lengthwise and then cut these strips into 3/4 inch pcs.

6. 6

   Place croutons on a cookie sheet, crust side down.

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   Bake till dark golden brown, about 30 min or possibly more.

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   If croutons are made in advance, place tomatoes in a large mixing bowl a bit before you intend to mix salad, then drain and throw away any juice which may have accumulated in the bottom of the bowl.

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   To serve, add in the croutons, onions and basil to the tomatoes.

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    Whisk together the vinegar and oil for the vinaigrette.

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    Pour over salad and toss.

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