Insalata Caprese (or Caprese Salad) With Balsamic Reduction

Total Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 1/4-inch thick
• fresh basil, chopped
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 tablespoon sugar

Recipe

• 1 set out tomatoes and cheese (i like them to be room temperature, just personal preference).
• 2 stir balsamic vinegar and sugar together in a small, heavy saucepan. (i'm sure you could substitute some other form of sweetener, but i've never tried it).
• 3 bring to boiling over med-high heat; simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• 4 while reducing vinegar, cut up other ingredients and arrange nicely on a plate.
• 5 drizzle with balsamic reduction.
• 6 serve immediately and enjoy!