Insalata Caprese

Serves: 4 people

Ingredients

• 4 medium or 2 large tomatoes sliced ¼” thick (Heirloom, plum or beefsteak tomatoes are the best)
• ½ lb. fresh Mozzarella cheese sliced ¼” thick
• 1 cup fresh basil
• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

Directions

1. Arrange alternate slices of tomatoes and fresh mozzarella cheese on a plate.
2. Cut 8-10 large basil leaves into shreds or ribbons. Use remaining whole leaves for plate decoration. Sprinkle shredded basil over the tomatoes and mozzarella.
3. Add salt and freshly ground pepper.
4. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil just before serving.