Title: Bread Salad with Tomatoes and Basil
Categories: Ethnic Bread
Yield: 8 Servings

1		Loaf (1 pound) Italian bread, cut into 1-inch thick slices
2	lg	Tomatoes, cut into medium dice
2	tb	Red wine vinegar
1/3	c	Olive oil
1/4	c	Minced basil
		Salt and ground black pepper

Dip each slice of bread into a large bowl of cold water, then transfer to a colander set aside in the sink; let drain for 15 minutes. Gently squeeze each slice of bread to remove excess water, then cut the slices into medium dice.

Transfer bread cubes to a large nonreactive bowl. Add the remaining ingredients including 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; toss the ingredients to combine. Cover and chill for 1 hour. Serve. Makes 8 servings.

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