Mozzarella Alla Caprese Recipe
Perfectly ripe tomatoes, hand-sliced and topped with fresh mozzarella, fragrant basil, and a balsamic glaze that creates our spin on an Italian classic that’s as famous as it is refreshing.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash the tomatoes and basil leaves thoroughly. Slice the tomatoes into 1/4 inch thick rounds. Slice the fresh mozzarella into similar thickness.
- 2
Assemble the Caprese
On a serving platter, alternate layers of tomato slices and mozzarella slices. Tuck fresh basil leaves between the layers.
- 3
Season and Drizzle
Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze over the assembled Caprese. Sprinkle with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
- 4
Serve
Serve immediately as an appetizer or a refreshing salad.
