Experiment: Caprese
 
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Serves: 1
Ingredients
  • 8 oz mozzarella
  • 1 tomato, medium sized
  • ½ cup basil leaves
  • ⅓ cup champagne (or sparkling wine)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • balsamic glaze
  • fresh cracked black pepper
Instructions
  1. Slice the mozzarella and tomato into ¼ inch slices.
  2. Arrange the slices in alternating layers.
  3. Add the basil and champagne to a blender or small container that fits an immersion blender.
  4. Blend until smooth, then drizzle olive oil in while blending to create a light emulsion.
  5. Pour over the mozzarella and tomatoes.
  6. Sprinkle with fresh cracked black pepper and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
Notes
It is best to create the dressing after preparing the tomato and mozzarella so it maintains its consistency.
Recipe by Cooking 4 One at https://www.cooking-4-one.com/2017/07/17/experiment-caprese/