House-Made Stracciatella recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAba AustinHouse-made Stracciatella Recipe

House-made Stracciatella Recipe

Inspired by Aba Austin
Time30m
Serves4

grilled peach, basil, pistachio pesto

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Ingredients

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Stracciatella Cheese

Grilled Peach

Method

Prepare Stracciatella Cheese

  1. 1

    Make the Cheese Mixture

    In a bowl, combine the fresh mozzarella cheese (cut into small pieces) with heavy cream and salt. Mix until creamy and well blended. Set aside.

Grill Peaches

  1. 2

    Prepare and Grill Peaches

    Preheat the grill to medium heat. Cut peaches in half and remove the pit. Brush the cut sides with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side until grill marks appear and peaches are tender.

Make Pistachio Pesto

  1. 3

    Blend Ingredients

    In a food processor, combine pistachios, basil leaves, garlic, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, salt, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth, adjusting oil or water for desired consistency.

Assemble the Dish

  1. 4

    Plate the Dish

    On a plate, spoon some of the stracciatella cheese mixture. Top with grilled peach halves and drizzle with pistachio pesto. Serve immediately.

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