Marinated Mozzarella & Tomato Appetizers

Name: Marinated Mozzarella & Tomato Appetizers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 16 servings.
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing; 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil; 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives; 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper; 2 cartons (8 ounces each) miniature fresh mozzarella cheese balls, drained; 2 cups cherry tomatoes; 12 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick), cut into quarters; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1/8 teaspoon salt

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min + marinating Bake: 5 min. YIELD: 16 servings.

Inspired by a dish I had at a restaurant, this simply sensational combination should marinate for at least three hours—the longer the better. —Mary Ann Lee, Clifton Park, New York

Ingredients

1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 cartons (8 ounces each) miniature fresh mozzarella cheese balls, drained
2 cups cherry tomatoes
12 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick), cut into quarters
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 450°. Combine salad dressing, basil, chives and pepper. Add cheese and tomatoes; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 3 hours to let flavors blend.
2. Meanwhile, toss baguette pieces with oil and salt; arrange on a baking sheet. Bake until toasted, 4-5 minutes. Cool completely. Just before serving, add toasted bread to cheese mixture; toss to combine. If desired, thread tomatoes, cheese and bread pieces on skewers for serving.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 119 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 171mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.

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