Bread Salad

2 cups cubed Applewood Smoked Ham, ½ -inch cubes
1 cup cubed Asiago Fresco Cheese, ½-inch cubes
4 cups ½ -inch bread cubes of Trader Joe’s Multi-grain and seed loaf
½ cup extra virgin olive oil, divided
Sea Salt and Freshly ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 large ripe tomatoes, diced
½ small red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. In a large bowl, toss bread cubes with 3 tablespoons olive oil, salt and pepper. Spread in an even layer on baking sheet and bake until toasted and golden – about 15 minutes. Remove from oven and cool slightly. Return bread to the large bowl. Add ham, cheese, tomatoes, onion, basil and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk together remaining olive oil and vinegar. Drizzle dressing over cornbread mixture. Toss gently and serve immediately. Serves 4 to 6.




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