Emeril's Panzanella

Ingredients

• 2 cups olive oil
• 4 cups cubed Italian or French bread
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil leaves
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 4 ripe plum tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
• 3 tablespoons chopped red onion
• 1/2 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1/2 pound salami in 1 piece, cut into 1/2-inch cubes