Tomato And Bread Salad With Garlic-Anchovy Dressing - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 -5 large vine-ripened tomatoes (about 1 1/2 lbs)
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
3 anchovy fillets, rinsed and mashed
fresh ground black pepper
2 slices bread, toasted and cut into 3/4-inch cubes (chewy, country-style, 3/4-inch thick)
freshly grated parmesan cheese

Preparation

Core and halve tomatoes, then cut each half into 4-5 wedges. Toss wedges with salt in a large bowl; let rest until small pool of liquid accumulates, 15-20 minutes.
Meanwhile, whisk oil, vinegar, garlic, basil, anchovies, and pepper to taste in small bowl. Pour mixture over tomatoes and accumulated liquid; toss to coat. Set aside to blend flavors, about 5 minutes.
Add bread cubes; toss to combine. Adjust seasonings. Sprinkle with some freshly grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.