TOMATO & MOZZARELLA WITH BALSAMIC PEARLS

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Okay here we go... this is an appetizer that we all know and love... tomato and mozzarella, but with a twist. We're going to use some balsamic pearls to enhance the dish, and put it into another dimension... It's easy peasy and gives great presentation. So, you ready... let's get into the kitchen.

Provided by Andy Anderson ! @ThePretentiousChef

Categories     Vegetable Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large tomato
8 ounce(s) mozzarella cheese, cut into four slices
1 teaspoon(s) dried, ground basil
1 tablespoon(s) olive oil, extra virgin
1 tablespoon(s) balsamic pearls

Steps:

  • Gather your ingredients.
  • Place a rack in the middle position, and preheat the oven to 450f (232c).
  • Cut the tomato into four slices.
  • Add a piece of mozzarella and a bit of dried basil to the first slice.
  • Repeat for the other slices.
  • Place in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
  • Remove and garnish with the balsamic pearls, olive oil and additional basil. Enjoy.
  • Chef's Note: If you're not familiar with balsamic pearsl, I'll have recipe for that coming up...
  • Keep the faith, and keep cooking.

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