Annas Mozzarella Tomato And Basil Recipes

ANNA'S MOZZARELLA, TOMATO AND BASIL

Steps:

• Slice a log of Mozzarella. Slice a couple tomatos. Arange the slices alternating between mozzarella, tomato and basil. After aranging all layers, season with salt, pepper, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Use same day.

TOMATOES WITH BASIL AND MOZZARELLA

Steps:

• Wash and slice tops and bottoms of tomatoes; cut tomatoes into about three slices each.
• Slice the mozzarella very thinly; wash and dry the basil leaves.
• Arrange the mozzarella and basil on the tomato slices on three salad plates,and sprinkle with pepper.

BAKED TOMATO, MOZZARELLA & BASIL RISOTTO

Steps:

• Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Heat half the oil in an ovenproof pan or casserole dish, then stir in the onion and cook over a low heat for 8-10 mins until golden. Scatter over the rice and mix well until coated. Pour over the wine, if using, and cook for 2 mins until absorbed. Pour over the hot stock, then give the rice a quick stir. Put the dish in the oven and bake the rice for 10 mins.
• Remove from the oven and stir through the tomatoes, basil, half of the parmesan and some seasoning. Flatten everything out roughly with the back of a spoon, then nestle the chunks of mozzarella evenly into the risotto. Sprinkle over the breadcrumbs and the remaining parmesan, and drizzle with the rest of the olive oil. Put the dish back in the oven, and bake everything for another 10-15 mins until the rice is just cooked through, heating it under the grill if you want a deep, golden crust. Leave to stand for a few minutes, scatter with a few extra basil leaves and serve scooped straight from the dish.

PASTA WITH MOZZARELLA, TOMATOES AND FRESH BASIL

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the cheese, oil, garlic, salt and pepper; let stand at room temperature for 1 hour., Meanwhile, cook linguine according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Add to cheese mixture. Stir in basil and tomatoes. Serve at room temperature or chilled.