Can you believe it’s almost 2011?! This holiday season, and year in general, seem to like they flew by at lightening speed. I have a great feeling about 2011. I already have lots to look forward to, including 10 (yes, TEN!) weddings! There will be lots o’ love in 2011, that’s for sure!
Hosting a NYE gathering, or going to one? Why not ring in the new year with this appetizer?!
Caprese “Dip”
Ingredients
- 8 oz bocconcini mozzarella
- 3-4 medium (and firm) tomatoes
- 4 tbsp fresh basil
- 2 tbsp white truffle oil
- salt and pepper, to taste
- loaf of french bread, sliced
Directions
- Cut your bocconcini into 8 equal pieces.
- Dice your tomato, making sure to discard as much juice and seeds as possible.
- Chop basil into small bits.
- Combine all ingredients in a covered bowl or container. Drizzle with about 2 tbsp white truffle oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Serve with french bread.
This appetizer is so simple but tastes so decadent! You can use larger balls of mozzarella, but I find the bocconcini to be the easiest to get the pieces cut uniformly. Do not substitute dried basil. Truffle oil may be replaced with EVOO, but this def tastes better with the truffle oil. I was able to find it at my local Whole Foods.
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The soft mozzarella cheese has a fresh, delicate flavor. The aromatic basil and sweet tomatoes will transport you to a summer garden. Every bite delivers a classic Italian flavor combination. Served on top on soft, doughy bread, this is an appetizer that is sure to please the palette.
Have a great Thursday, everyone!
I love how simple but elegant this is! I love mozzarella cheese. Have a happy and safe new year!
I love caprese salad. I’ve never even thought to make it a dip. It looks delicious!
Oooh yumm Liz!! What a great app! Love all the fresh ingredients. Might make this just to snack on at home… ! Thanks for the recipe
I really can’t believe it’s almost 2011. I’m still in 2005. Great recipe to celebrate. Happy New Year!
I can’t believe it is almost 2011 either! Love the recipe, it would be great at any holiday party, look yummy. Happy New Year!
my mom makes something like this and I LOVE it!! there is just something about bread+tomatoes+cheese that makes the taste buds happy
Oohhh…that looks good. Maybe I should make this for NYE, too. Hmm.
I LOVE Caprese stuff, and this sounds great! So easy and delicious. Thanks for sharing, and Happy New Year to you!
What a great appetizer for New Year’s eve night, especially special with the addition of truffle oil.
Mmmm bruschetta…. Definitely the right way to start off the New Year (plus it’s pretty good for you)
YUM! Looks soooo good! I love bite-sized foods! Happy New Year!!!
This looks healthy and yet so delicious! Happy New Year!
Sounds yummy (and easy). Love salad en capresse so this would be a next favorite I’m sure! Have a happy New Year’s Ever!
Yum!! that looks great!
This is a perfect dip! I can’t wait to give it a try.
10 weddings! WOWZA!
Fresh and simple. I think we’re all ready for some lighter food after all the holiday fare, don’t you?
Have a wonderful New Year and enjoy all those weddings!
Kristi
Yum! I bet for a ‘hot’ option you could throw it into the oven for a few minutes, perhaps with some Parmesean cheese on top!
Mmmmmm….the idea of truffle oil is ingenious! Such a wonderful sounding dip!
this looks incredible!! you’re making me hungry!
This looks so easy and delicious!
THIS LOOKS AMAZE-BALLS-TINI!!!!!
Great idea! I love caprese salad and I bet it is delicious as a dip. Wow, 10 weddings in one year. I hope you are not a bridesmaid/matron of honor in all of them.
Gorgeous! This sounds easy and looks delicious!
Caprese is so simple and fresh–def. one of my favorites. This looks great! I really like the addition of truffle oil. Thanks for the idea. Happy New year!
Ooh, yum. Caprese salad is one of my favorite salads ever! The truffle oil sounds like a fantastic addition! I need to go get myself some. Where’d you get it?
10 weddings?!?! Oh man, you’re a trooper!
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