MelissaLeinart's Notes:
8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella Ask a question about this ingredient
1 bunch Fresh Basil Ask a question about this ingredient
1 dash Fresh Ground Black Pepper Ask a question about this ingredient
1 Loaf of Italian Bread Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 cup Butter Ask a question about this ingredient
1 piece Garlic, smashed and chopped Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Ask a question about this ingredient
Slice Mozarella into 1/4 inch slices
Ask a question about this stepPlace 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.
Ask a question about this stepSlice 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.
Ask a question about this stepApply slices of mozzarella on the pieces of bread.
Ask a question about this stepSlice tomato and place one slice on each piece of bread.
Ask a question about this stepDrizzle the top with Extra Virgin Olive Oil and sprinkle black pepper over the top. Serve and enjoy.
Ask a question about this stepMarion is the Paulette Goddard Professor of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health at NYU and the author of several books on food policy, including Safe Food and What To Eat.