Fresh Mozzarella With Basil

Submitted by Hey Jude

"I love using fresh herbs and so was attracted to this recipe that I found in a BH&G appetizer magazine. You can vary the cheese and herb....try with feta and oregano."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 14-16

ingredients

• 1 lb fresh mozzarella cheese
• 1⁄4 cup olive oil
• 1 -2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper
• tomatoes, slices (optional)
• baguette, slices (optional)

directions

1. Cut mozzarella into 1-inch cubes; place cubes in a medium bowl.
2. Combine oil, vinegar, basil and pepper, pour over cheese and toss gently till cheese is well-coated.
3. Store in fridge, covered, for 4-5 days; serve with tomato slices and/or baguette slices, if desired.

Reviews

[najwa]

This is very good .. I always serve this over some tossed salad .. I also use the leftover cheese to stuff chicken breasts, although I have tried that with the feta and not the mozzarella .. thank you for posting!