Panzanella con Calamari Arrosto

This simple traditional dish is another great example of cucina povera (the cooking of the poor). Stale bread is the main ingredient in this recipe, traditionally mixed with whatever the farmer would have at their disposal from the garden. For example, the classic panzanella might have been put together with fresh onions, tomatoes, peppers, herbs and dressed with extra virgin olive oil and vinegar to soften the bread. Over time, this traditional recipe is no longer just a mean