WARM BREAD SALAD

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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 45m

Yield 10 - 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 12- to 14-ounce round loaves white country bread
3 cups homemade or low-sodium chicken stock
5 tablespoons butter
3 medium onions, diced
3 carrots, peeled and finely diced
1 1/2 stalks of celery, finely diced
1/4 pound chicken livers, chopped
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1/2 cup dried currants or chopped raisins
1 tablespoon chopped sage
2 teaspoons chopped thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the top third of the bread off and set the parts aside, uncovered, for several hours or overnight. When the bread is somewhat stale, use your hands or a spoon to scrape the bread away from the crusts. Set the larger bottom crusts aside and rip the top crusts into small pieces. Place the pieces, along with the interior bread, in a large bowl and add 2 cups of the stock. Sprinkle the remaining cup of stock over the bread-crust bowls. Set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. In a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat and add the onions, carrots and celery. Cook, stirring, until the vegetables are tender (do not let them brown), 3 to 4 minutes. Add the chicken livers and continue to cook until they are just cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add the sherry vinegar and currants to the pan with the livers and cook until the vinegar just evaporates, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the soaked bread, sage, thyme, salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  • Dice the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and dot inside the bottom of the bread bowls with it. Spoon the mixture into the bowls, packing it in and mounding it. Cover the bowls with foil and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 25 minutes, or until they are warmed through. Slice into wedges and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 114, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 162 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tyrone Paterson
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this salad. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I usually add some grilled chicken or shrimp, but it's also great on its own.


IHsAn GuLZaR
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Prem Sing
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I'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I loved this salad. The tomatoes were roasted so they were nice and sweet. The dressing was also really good. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ali Hussan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover bread. I usually have a few slices of bread left over from the week and this is a great way to use them up. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Sangib Roy
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I love that this salad is so easy to make ahead of time. I usually make it the night before and then it's ready to go for lunch the next day. It's also a great salad to take to potlucks or picnics.


Si Maruf
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This salad is so versatile. You can add any type of vegetables or protein that you like. I've even added some chopped hard-boiled eggs and it was delicious. It's a great way to clean out your fridge.


Amin Alifa
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I'm a big fan of bruschetta, so I knew I would love this salad. It's basically a deconstructed bruschetta, and it's just as delicious. I love the way the warm bread soaks up the dressing.


Thomas Jodie
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are so vibrant. I love the addition of the fresh basil.


Ab Manan
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was amazing! It's now my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.


MD LIAKAT HOSSIAN LIPU
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that you can use any type of bread you have on hand. I've even used leftover French bread and it turned out great!


peter mwathi
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I'm not usually a fan of bread salads, but this one changed my mind. The warm bread cubes were so delicious and the salad was so refreshing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Kevin Crawley
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and textures. It's definitely a keeper!


farhan hossen
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I've tried many bread salad recipes, but this one is by far the best. The dressing is perfectly balanced and the salad is packed with flavor. I highly recommend it!


Ms. Donna W.
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This warm bread salad was a delightful surprise! The combination of roasted tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil was perfect. I especially loved the crispy bread cubes. Will definitely be making this again!