Ingredients
1 loaf (14 ounces) ciabatta bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 10 cups)3/4 cup olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1/4 teaspoon salt2 large tomatoes, chopped1/4 cup sliced olives1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Preparation
Preheat oven to 350°. Place bread cubes in a large bowl. In another bowl, mix oil, garlic and pepper; drizzle 3 tablespoons over bread and toss to coat. Reserve remaining oil mixture. Spread in a single layer on two 15x10x1-in. baking pans.
Bake until crisp and light brown, 12-18 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, whisk vinegar and salt into reserved oil mixture. Add tomatoes, olives and herbs; toss to coat.
Cool bread cubes slightly. Add to tomato mixture; toss to combine. Sprinkle with cheese; serve immediately.
