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. Toss the bread cubes with 1 tablespoon of EVOO, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden and crisp.
- 2
Slice the Tomatoes
While the croutons are baking, wash and slice the heirloom tomatoes into thick rounds. Arrange them on a large serving platter.
- 3
Add the Burrata
Tear the burrata cheese into pieces and scatter them over the tomatoes.
- 4
Add the Basil
Tear the fresh basil leaves and sprinkle them over the tomatoes and burrata.
- 5
Finish the Salad
Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of EVOO over the salad. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Top with the crisp croutons before serving.
