10 Mozzarella, Tomato, and Basil Plate (from FullMoonG6)

Insalata Caprese Salad (submitted by FullMoonG6)
Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Plate
Recipe from http://whatscookingamerica.net/Salad/InsalataCaprese.htm
Photo from TemperedSpirits.com



Yields 4 servings
Prep time: 10 min

Ingredients:
1/2 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 1/4-inch thick
2 large vine-ripened tomatoes, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 cup fresh basil leaves
Coarse salt to taste
Freshly-ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons drained capers (optional)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Preparation:
1. In a circular design around the side of a serving plate, alternate fresh mozzarella slices on a large platter (or on individual plates if you are doing individual portions) with sliced tomatoes, overlapping for effect.
2. Tear fresh basil leaves and sprinkle liberally over the slices. Add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste. Sprinkle capers over the top.
3. Just before serving, drizzle on some top-quality extra-virgin olive oil.

NOTE from recipe developer: Insalata Caprese should never be allowed to sit in oil for any length of time and become soggy, and no vinegar of any kind goes on true Insalata Caprese!

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Note from P.: My heartfelt gratitude to FullMoonG6 whose attempt to wean me off fatty and starchy stuff is very evident. :-D Thanks, chef! I'll do my best.