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Monday, March 22, 2010

Vine Ripe Tomatoes,
Fresh Mozzarella with Basil

Insalata Caprese. Garden fresh tomatoes and mozzarella
with extra virgin olive oil and fresh basil.
This recipe just sings the colors of the Italian flag.
Sun ripened tomatoes and basil, really good Mozzarella,
and excellent olive oil. Food fit for a Queen or king!

Ingredients:
2 pounds ripe tomatoes, sliced, seeded, and drained
A fresh mozzarella (buffalo milk if possible) about a pound, diced.
Fresh basil leaves, hand-shredded (8-10 or to taste)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, or to taste
Salt to taste
Freshly grated black pepper to taste

Directions:
Slice the tomatoes into rounds and put them on plates.
Slice the mozzarella into rounds and lay them over the tomatoes.
Season with the olive oil, basil, and a little salt and pepper.

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