Caprese Recipe
Mozzarella, tomato, basil, pesto sauce & balsamic glaze on a fresh baguette
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Slice the Baguette
Cut the fresh baguette in half lengthwise to create two long pieces. If preferred, you can also slice it into individual sandwich-sized pieces.
- 2
Prepare the Tomatoes
Wash the ripe tomatoes thoroughly under running water. Slice them into even rounds, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 3
Slice the Mozzarella
Take the fresh mozzarella and slice it into rounds, similar in thickness to the tomatoes.
- 4
Wash the Basil
Rinse the fresh basil leaves under cold water and gently pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Assembly
- 5
Spread the Pesto
Take one half of the baguette and spread the pesto sauce evenly over the cut surface.
- 6
Layer the Ingredients
On top of the pesto, layer the sliced mozzarella, followed by the sliced tomatoes, and finally the fresh basil leaves.
- 7
Drizzle Balsamic Glaze
Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the assembled ingredients, adding more or less to your taste.
- 8
- 9
Serve
Cut the baguette into serving sizes if needed and serve immediately while fresh.
