This is the time of the year, if you live where it is now the summer season, to make Caprese Salad at its best. It is so simple and all you need is homegrown tomatoes, fresh basil, and mozzarella cheese. The only seasoning added is extra-virgin Olive Oil, salt, and black pepper.
3 medium-large homegrown tomatoes, sliced into ¼ inch slices
1 (1-lb) ball fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced or log of pre-sliced fresh mozzarella
1 bunch of large basil leaves
Extra-virgin olive oil (best quality you can find)
Sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Start with a slice of mozzarella, place a slice of tomato in front of it and then tuck in one or two basil leaves. Working around in a circle until the circle meets.
Generously drizzle with olive oil and season to taste with salt and pepper.
Serves 2 to 3
This post first appeared on Big Mamma's Italian American Cooking, please read the originial post: here
