Mozzarella Ala Pesto Recipe
Our famous house made mozzarella w/ 18 mo. aged prosciutto, fresh pine nut pesto sauce and 18 month aged prosciutto. Served w/ a side of artisan focaccia bread and a fig balsamic glaze.
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Ingredients
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Mozzarella
Pesto Sauce
Prosciutto
Focaccia Bread
Fig Balsamic Glaze
Method
Mozzarella Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Mozzarella
In a large pot, bring water to a gentle simmer. Add salt to the water. Tear the fresh mozzarella into bite-sized pieces and gently place them into the simmering water. Allow them to soften for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside.
Pesto Sauce Preparation
- 2
Make the Pesto Sauce
In a food processor, combine fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary. Set aside.
Assembly
- 3
Assemble the Dish
On a serving plate, place the softened mozzarella pieces. Drizzle generously with the fresh pine nut pesto sauce. Thinly slice the 18-month aged prosciutto and arrange it on top of the mozzarella. Serve with slices of artisan focaccia bread on the side.
Serving
- 4
Finishing Touch
Drizzle the fig balsamic glaze over the assembled mozzarella and prosciutto. Serve immediately and enjoy!