Caprese Recipe
Sliced tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, & olive oil.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Start by washing the fresh tomatoes and basil leaves under cold water. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
- 2
Slice the Tomatoes
Cut the tomatoes into even slices, about 1/4 inch thick. Arrange the slices on a serving platter.
- 3
Slice the Mozzarella
Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese into similar thickness as the tomatoes. Layer the mozzarella slices over the tomato slices on the platter.
- 4
Add Fresh Basil
Tear the fresh basil leaves and scatter them over the tomatoes and mozzarella.
- 5
Drizzle with Olive Oil
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the layered tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- 6
Season
Sprinkle salt and black pepper to taste over the entire dish.
