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Mozzarella Della Casa Recipe

Name: Lynora's Italian Restaurants Mozzarella Della Casa Recipe
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz fresh burrata (or fresh mozzarella balls); 6 oz fresh mozzarella log, sliced 1/4"; 2 cups ripe cherry or grape tomatoes, halved; 1 each small heirloom tomato (optional), sliced; 1 small red onion, very thinly sliced; 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn; 1 tbs fresh oregano or thyme leaves, chopped; 4 tbs extra-virgin olive oil; 1.5 tbs aged balsamic vinegar (or balsamic glaze); 1 tbs fresh lemon juice; 1 tsp sea salt; 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional); 1 tbs good-quality extra-virgin olive oil for finishing; 2 tbs toasted pine nuts or chopped walnuts (optional); 0.25 tsp coarse flaky sea salt (for finishing); 8 slices grilled or toasted sourdough or ciabatta slices; 4 each fresh basil sprigs (for garnish)

Inspired by Lynora's Italian Restaurant

Time35m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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Fresh Burrata & Mozzarella

8 oz fresh burrata (or fresh mozzarella balls)

6 oz fresh mozzarella log, sliced 1/4"

Herbed Tomato Salad

2 cups ripe cherry or grape tomatoes, halved

1 each small heirloom tomato (optional), sliced

1 small red onion, very thinly sliced

1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn

1 tbs fresh oregano or thyme leaves, chopped

Dressing & Finishes

4 tbs extra-virgin olive oil

1 1/2 tbs aged balsamic vinegar (or balsamic glaze)

1 tbs fresh lemon juice

1 tsp sea salt

1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

1 tbs good-quality extra-virgin olive oil for finishing

2 tbs toasted pine nuts or chopped walnuts (optional)

1/4 tsp coarse flaky sea salt (for finishing)

Accompaniments

8 slices grilled or toasted sourdough or ciabatta slices

4 each fresh basil sprigs (for garnish)

Method

Fresh Burrata & Mozzarella

Bring cheeses to room temperature

Remove burrata and fresh mozzarella from refrigerator 20–30 minutes before serving so they soften and show their best flavor and texture.

Plate cheeses

On a large serving platter or individual plates, gently tear the burrata into large pieces (if using) and arrange the sliced fresh mozzarella nearby in overlapping discs. Keep some space for the tomato salad and garnishes.

Herbed Tomato Salad

Prepare tomatoes and aromatics

Place halved cherry tomatoes and optional heirloom slices into a medium bowl. Add the thinly sliced red onion, torn basil leaves, and chopped oregano or thyme.

Season and toss

In a small bowl whisk together 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1.5 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon sea salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and optional 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Pour this dressing over the tomato mixture and toss gently to coat. Let sit at room temperature 10–15 minutes to macerate and meld flavors.

Dressing & Finishes

Toast nuts (if using)

In a small dry skillet over medium heat, toast 2 tablespoons pine nuts or chopped walnuts, stirring frequently for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Remove from heat and cool.

Assemble on platter

Spoon the dressed tomato salad alongside and partly over the arranged cheeses. Drizzle the cheeses lightly with the reserved 1 tablespoon finishing olive oil and, if desired, a teaspoon of the balsamic glaze in a decorative pattern. Scatter the toasted nuts over the tomatoes and around the cheese.

Finish and garnish

Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the cheeses and a little freshly ground black pepper. Garnish with basil sprigs. If you prefer extra acidity, serve additional balsamic glaze on the side.

Accompaniments

Prepare bread

Lightly brush sourdough or ciabatta slices with a little olive oil and toast on a grill pan or in a 400°F (200°C) oven until golden and crisp, about 5–7 minutes. Rub with a cut clove of garlic if desired for extra flavor.

Serve

Serve the Mozzarella Della Casa immediately with toasted bread so guests can spread burrata and mozzarella, top with tomato salad and enjoy.