Caprese Recipe
Heirloom tomato, burrata cheese, basil, evoo and crisp brick croutons
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Ingredients
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Caprese Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Croutons
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the brick bread into small cubes and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.
- 2
Slice the Tomatoes
While the croutons are baking, wash and slice the heirloom tomatoes into thick slices. Arrange them on a serving platter.
- 3
Add the Burrata
Tear or cut the burrata cheese into pieces and scatter it over the sliced tomatoes.
- 4
Add the Basil
Tear the fresh basil leaves and sprinkle them over the tomatoes and burrata.
- 5
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over the salad. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Top with Croutons
Finish by adding the crispy brick croutons on top of the salad. Serve immediately and enjoy!
