Caprese is the ultimate test of ingredients. Heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and a generous pour of fresh olio nuovo. The olive oil is what makes it sing.

Ingredients

• Ripe heirloom tomatoes, sliced
• Fresh mozzarella or burrata, torn
• Fresh basil leaves
• Fresh extra virgin olive oil (olio nuovo)
• Flaky salt and black pepper

Method

• Arrange alternating tomato and mozzarella slices.
• Tuck basil leaves throughout.
• Drizzle generously with olio nuovo.
• Finish with flaky salt and pepper. Serve at room temperature.

The oil is the secret

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