Marinated Mozzarella Nuggets |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A wonderfully easy way to serve a cheese appetizer Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil |
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar |
1/2 clove garlic, crushed |
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes |
1 fresh roasted red peppers or 1 canned roasted red pepper, cut into squares |
1/2 lb fresh mozzarella balls or 1/2 lb part-skim mozzarella cheese, cut into 16 cubes ( 1/2-3/4 inch ) |
16 small fresh basil leaves or 16 small basil leaves, torn into 1 inch pieces |
Directions:
1. Whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic, and red pepper until blended.
2. Add the roasted peppers and marinate 15 minutes.
3. Add the mozzarella and toss gently, just to coat.
4. Use small party picks and skewer a piece of mozzarella, a piece of red pepper, and a basil leaf together.
5. Arrange on a platter and drizzle with any marinade left in the bowl.
6. Serve at room temperature.
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