It is fun to create colorful holiday snacks for a party. Here is a great recipe that can be served as a snack, an appetizer or even as a side dish if you choose. It incorporates the red and green colors of Christmas and is super easy to make. This recipe was found on https://www.delish.com/
Ingredients:
8 oz. mozzarella balls 2 tbsp., extra-virgin olive oil 1 tsp., Italian seasoning 1/4 tsp., crushed red pepper flakes, salt, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil leaves 1 c., balsamic vinegar
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, stir together mozzarella, olive oil, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, and season with salt. Set aside. (NOTE: if you or your guests are sensitive to spices, the crushed red pepper flakes can be left out of this recipe)
- Assemble skewers: Layer a cherry tomato, basil leaf, marinated mozzarella ball, and another cherry tomato. Place on your serving platter. (NOTE: It is always fun to use herbs from your garden, here is a great opportunity to use that basil you have been growing all year. If not, this can be purchased at your local grocer)
- Make balsamic glaze: In a small saucepan or skillet, bring balsamic vinegar to a low simmer. Let thicken until syrupy, 15 minutes. Set aside to cool and thicken. (NOTE: double or triple your recipe to keep some aside for later use. This is a great glaze and always good to top a salad. It’s great to have these things available for quick use)
- Drizzle skewers with balsamic glaze and serve. (NOTE: you can make these caprese sticks as large or as small as you want depending on the size skewer (or toothpick) you select)
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