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
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.
Assemble the Caprese
On a serving platter, alternate layers of tomato slices and mozzarella slices. Tuck fresh basil leaves between the layers.
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.
Serve
Serve immediately as an appetizer or a refreshing salad.
