White Bean, Cherry Tomato and Bacon Panzanella

Ingredients

• • 8 slices bacon
  • 4 cups (560 g) cherry tomatoes
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil
  • 8 cups (225 g) cubed country bread
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) white wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) honey
  • 1 can (19 oz/540 ml) white kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 6 cups (150 g) arugula
  • Ricotta cheese, to taste (optional)
  • Salt and pepper