Caprese Salad | The Pioneer Woman Cooks | Ree Drummond

Caprese Salad | The Pioneer Woman Cooks | Ree Drummond

Caprese Salad

Prep Time:

 5 Minutes

 

Cook Time:

 20 Minutes

 

Difficulty:

 Easy

 

Servings:

 8

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Ingredients

• 2 cups Balsamic Vinegar
• 3 whole Ripe Tomatoes, Sliced Thick
• 12 ounces, weight Mozzarella Cheese, Sliced Thick
•  Fresh Basil Leaves
•  Olive Oil, For Drizzling
•  Kosher Salt And Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Preparation Instructions

In a small saucepan, bring balsamic vinegar to a boil over medium-low heat. Cook for 10 to 20 minutes, or until balsamic has reduced to a thicker glaze. Remove from heat and transfer to a bowl or cruet. Allow to cool.

When you're ready to serve, arrange tomato and mozzarella slices on a platter. Arrange basil leaves between the slices. Drizzle olive oil over the top of the salad, getting a little bit on each slice. Do the same with the balsamic reduction, making designs if you want. Store extra balsamic reduction in fridge for a later use.

End with a sprinkling of kosher salt and black pepper. Serve as a lunch, with crusty bread. Or serve alongside a beef main course for dinner.