Here's a link to the Produce Station's "Hot Deals." What strikes my fancy is the Zingerman Paesano bread, regularly priced at $6.25, on sale now for $4.50. This is, perhaps, my favorite bread from Zingerman's Bake House. I love the crust, chew and "pull" of this particular bread; utilitarian, multifaceted and mucho-delicious, it's hard to resist. Yesterday's pesto recipe is just as versatile and is wonderful rubbed into the bread and grilled.

Just pulling from the loaf and enjoying, perhaps with a bit of cheese, is a great way to appreciate Paesano bread. I've included other options that are particularly suited for casual entertaining and tailgate parties:

Option #1: Slice the bread horizontally, and brush the interior with an Italian vinaigrette; Stuff it with Italian salamis and cheese then weight them down. Great for make-ahead treats for tailgates and casual entertaining.

Option #2: Slice 3/4-inch from top of bread and pull out bread to leave a crusty bread bowl, reserving top and filling. Fill the bread bowl with your favorite dip. Cut reserved bread into large chunks and serve with dip.

Option #3: (per photo) Slice the bread horizontally and spread cut side with pesto combined with extra-virgin olive oil. Grill the bread and serve with a sliced tomatoes, onions. blue cheese and basil.