Artichoke Caprese Platter
Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook
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This classic Italian combination of mozzarella, tomatoes and basil is dressed up with marinated artichokes. It looks so lovely on a platter. Using fresh mozzarella is the key to great taste.
SERVINGS: 10-12
CATEGORY: Appetizer
METHOD:
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min.
Ingredients:
- 2 jars (7-1/2 ounces each) marinated artichoke hearts
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 plum tomatoes, sliced
- 2 balls (8 ounces each) fresh mozzarella cheese, halved and sliced
- 2 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves
Directions:
Drain artichokes, reserving 1/2 cup marinade; cut artichokes in half. In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, oil and reserved marinade.
On a large serving platter, arrange artichokes, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese and basil. Drizzle with vinaigrette. Serve immediately. Yield: 10-12 servings. Editor's Note: Fresh mozzarella can be founds in the deli section of most grocery stores.