PegLawrence's Notes:
8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Ask a question about this ingredient
8 Lg. Tomatoes (beefsteak or Roma) Ask a question about this ingredient
3-4 Avocados Ask a question about this ingredient
4 ounces Bleu cheese crumbles Ask a question about this ingredient
2 pkgs. of fresh basil (or appx.20 leaves) Ask a question about this ingredient
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Ask a question about this ingredient
1/4 cup Balsamic vinegar Ask a question about this ingredient
Ground pepper to taste Ask a question about this ingredient
You will need a LARGE tray for this! Cut mozzarella cheese and tomatoes into 1/4" slices. Layer tomatoes on the tray with slice of mozzarella on top and top each one with a basil leaf. Crumble bleu cheese and layer over tomatoes and cheese. Slice avocado into small crescent moon shapes and layer it on the mixture. In a a small bowl, mix olive oil and balsamic and drizzle over tomato mixture. Sprinkle ground pepper. Serve immediately.
Ask a question about this stepNote: If you want to chill for guest arrival, do not slice or put avocado on until last and drizzle the balsalmic mixture on right before serving. The best way to store a large tray to chill is to dampen paper towels and lay over the mixture. This will keep it cooler and keep it from drying out. I love this with a big loaf of bread but that is not necessary! Enjoy!
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Aldo Sohm is the award-winning Chef Sommelier at Le Bernardin in NYC.
