Author Notes: This is a great summertime appetizer but can be enjoyed anytime of the year. Even my kids love it! —MelissaLeinart
Serves: 4 to 6
Ingredients
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8
ounces Fresh Mozzarella
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1
bunch Fresh Basil
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1
dash Fresh Ground Black Pepper
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1
Loaf of Italian Bread
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1/2
cup Butter
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1
piece Garlic, smashed and chopped
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1/2
cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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1
fresh tomato
Directions
- Slice Mozarella into 1/4 inch slices
- Place 1 bunch fresh basil, dash of ground black pepper and 1 piece of garlic, smashed and chopped and Extra Virgin Olive Oil in a food processor and pulse until blended.
- Slice the Italian bread into 1 inch pieces, spread softened butter on each piece of bread and bake in a 375 degree oven for 8-10 minutes until toasted.
- Apply slices of mozzarella on the pieces of bread.
- Slice tomato and place one slice on each piece of bread.
- Drizzle the top with Extra Virgin Olive Oil and sprinkle black pepper over the top. Serve and enjoy.