Jul 14 2026

Margherita Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

extra virgin olive oil, fresh mozzarella, tomato, roasted garlic & fresh basil

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasoning

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tomato

    Slice the medium tomatoes into thin rounds and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Garlic

    Peel the roasted garlic cloves and mash them lightly with a fork to create a paste.

  3. 3

    Slice the Mozzarella

    Cut the fresh mozzarella into thick slices.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Basil

    Wash the fresh basil leaves and pat them dry with a kitchen towel.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Drizzle Olive Oil

    In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 6

    Layer Ingredients

    Once the oil is heated, add the sliced tomatoes in a single layer, followed by the roasted garlic paste, and then the mozzarella slices.

  3. 7

    Season

    Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the layered ingredients to taste.

  4. 8

    Cook

    Cover the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mozzarella is melted and bubbly.

  5. 9

    Add Basil

    Remove the skillet from heat and add the fresh basil leaves on top. Let the dish sit for a minute to allow the basil flavors to infuse.

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