Multicolor Tomatoes with Fresh Mozzarella (serves 4)
3 yellow tomatoes
3 heirloom tomatoes (or ripe beefsteak tomatoes)
2 balls of fresh mozzarella cheese ( 4 to 5 oz each)
1/4 cup olive oil
3 Tbsp balsamic (or apple cider) vinegar
3 med to large fresh basil leaves
cracked black pepper
dash of salt, optional
1. Core the tomatoes and slice 1/2 in thick. Slice cheese 1/2 in thick.
2. Divide the tomatoes and cheese among 4 serving plates. Lay in
shingles them so their rows of colors alternate.
3. Drizzle each plate with olive oil and vinegar, then garnish with basil
and pepper. Serve with some good crust Italian bread. Enjoy as an
appetizer to any meal or as a salad.