Author Notes
This is a great summertime appetizer but can be enjoyed anytime of the year. Even my kids love it! —MelissaLeinart
Ingredients
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8 ounces
Fresh Mozzarella
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1 bunch
Fresh Basil
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1 dash
Fresh Ground Black Pepper
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1
Loaf of Italian Bread
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1/2 cup
Butter
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1 piece
Garlic, smashed and chopped
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1/2 cup
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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1
fresh tomato
Directions
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Slice Mozarella into 1/4 inch slices
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Place 1 bunch fresh basil, dash of ground black pepper and 1 piece of garlic, smashed and chopped and Extra Virgin Olive Oil in a food processor and pulse until blended.
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Slice the Italian bread into 1 inch pieces, spread softened butter on each piece of bread and bake in a 375 degree oven for 8-10 minutes until toasted.
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Apply slices of mozzarella on the pieces of bread.
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Slice tomato and place one slice on each piece of bread.
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Drizzle the top with Extra Virgin Olive Oil and sprinkle black pepper over the top. Serve and enjoy.
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