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Creamy Panzanella Salad

Megan Clawson
Course Salad
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound assorted heirloom tomatoes - different colors will make the salad pop
  • 1 medium-sized cucumber
  • 1 medium pepper - any color
  • 1 loaf bread - Our favorite is the Levain from field&fire
  • Assorted fresh herbs - thyme, basil, chives
  • 1 jar CHEVOO Smoked Salt and Rosemary marinated goat cheese - cheese and oil separated
  • 2 fillets Ortiz Anchovies
  • 1 tbsp Beaufor Whole Grain Mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper - to taste

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the bread – Cut the loaf into bite-sized cubes, discarding some of the harder pieces of the outer crust. Toss with 2 tablespoons of the oil from the CHEVOO jar and toast in a 350℉ oven for about 10 minutes, until dry and golden. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  • Prepare the vegetables – Peel the cucumber, slice in half and remove the seeds with a spoon. Chop into bite-sized pieces. Cut the tomatoes into chunks, discarding seeds if desired. Seed and chop the pepper into bite-sized pieces. Mix into the bowl with the bread and add the chopped fresh herbs, saving a few to garnish at the end.
  • Mix the vinaigrette – Break up the anchovy fillets with your fingers and add to a small bowl. Whisk in the mustard, vinegar and 3 tablespoons of the oil from the CHEVOO jar until smooth. Add a few cracks of black pepper to taste. (You can also puree this in a blender to better break up the anchovies.)
  • Pour the vinaigrette over the tomato and bread mixture, making sure to get the bread fully saturated. Break up the pieces of cheese with your fingers and drop onto the bowl and gently fold in. The cheese will melt into the salad, adding a creamy and salty bite. Season lightly with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Let sit for a few minutes to let all the flavors meld together, then serve.