ELI'S MOZZARELLA, TOMATO, AND BASIL SANDWICHES

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Eli Zabar, owner of The Vinegar Factory in New York City, believes that with only a few fresh ingredients, you can achieve a full-flavored sandwich. This is one of Eli's favorite recipes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Yield Makes 3 to 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 loaf ficelle
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons corn oil
1 teaspoon sherry-wine vinegar
2 red or yellow tomatoes
8 half-inch slices fresh mozzarella
10 to 15 whole basil leaves
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Slice ficelle loaf down the top center, taking care not to cut all the way through. Spread halves open.
  • Make vinaigrette: In a small bowl, combine Dijon mustard and corn oil, and whisk until emulsified. Add sherry-wine vinegar. Whisk to combine.
  • Layer tomatoes in pocket of bread. Layer mozzarella on top of tomatoes. Grind pepper over top of sandwich.
  • Pour vinaigrette over tomatoes. Add basil leaves to top of sandwich. Cut sandwich into individual portions.

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