Panzanella and Sausage Salad

PANZANELLA AND SAUSAGE SALAD

1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup oil
5 basil leaves, cut into ribbons
4 Italian sausage links
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and Pepper
1/2 onion, finely chopped
2 tomatoes, finely chopped
4 slices Italian bread
2 tbs red wine vinegar

Heat a grill. Brush bread slices with 2 tbs oil. In a bowl, combine tomatoes, onion and garlic, season with 1/2 tsp each salt and pepper. Let stand 15 min. Add the vinegar and remaining oil.
Arrange the bread on the grill and toast on one side. Flip and top with half of the cheese, cover and grill 2 min. Let cool slightly, then cut into cubes and add to the tomato mixture. Stir in the basil. Pierce the sausages, arrange on the grill, cover and cook, turning once, until cooked through. Thickly slice the sausages and add to the bread salad. Divide among 4 plates and top with the remaining cheese, then serve.
MAKES 4 SERVINGS OF SALAD...