Margherita Recipe
garlic butter, parmesan, mozzarella, provolone, roasted grape tomatoes, roasted garlic, house-made basil pesto
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Ingredients
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Garlic Butter
Cheeses
Roasted Tomatoes
Roasted Garlic
Basil Pesto
Method
Garlic Butter Preparation
- 1
Make the Garlic Butter
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add minced garlic, chopped parsley, and salt. Stir well and cook for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
Cheese Preparation
- 2
Prepare the Cheeses
Grate the Parmesan cheese, shred the mozzarella cheese, and slice the provolone cheese. Set aside.
Roasting Tomatoes
- 3
Roast the Grape Tomatoes
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). On a baking sheet, toss the grape tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread them out in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes, until they burst and caramelize.
Roasting Garlic
- 4
Making Basil Pesto
- 5
Prepare the Basil Pesto
In a food processor, combine fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and minced garlic. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
