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Post by marlaoh on Oct 16, 2004 11:22:11 GMT -6
Bocconcini Salad
" Bite-size balls of fresh mozzarella, known as bocconcini make up this great salad. If possible, seek out mozzarella di bufala, made from water buffalo's milk; a specialty of central and southern Italy, it is a softer, creamier mozzarella than that made from cow's milk. "
Ingredients 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 8 cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/8 medium head Belgian endive - washed, dried and chopped 1/2 cup coarsely chopped arugula, stems included 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves Directions 1 In a large salad bowl, combine the mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, celery, endive and arugula. 2 Whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil; pour over the salad and season to taste with salt and pepper. Toss until all the ingredients are thoroughly coated with the dressing. Sprinkle the basil over the salad and serve immediately. Makes 4 servings
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