Burst Tomato & Mozzarella Spread
Burst Tomato and Mozzarella Spread made with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, fresh garlic, and olive oil, is a cozy and hearty appetizer.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 30 min
- Yield
- 8 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 16 Ounces Cherry Tomatoes ((2 Packages))
- 8 Ounces Mozzarella Pearls ((1 Package))
- 6 Garlic Cloves (Peeled and Halved)
- 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Divided)
- Fresh Basil Leaves (Cut Chiffonade)
- Crostini, Melba Toasts, Hearty Crackers, or Rustic Bread
Instructions
- 1
Preheat. Preheat oven to 450°F. Drizzle one tablespoon of olive oil in the bottom of a medium-sized baking dish. Peel and cut garlic cloves in half and set aside.
- 2
Combine in Baking Dish. Arrange whole cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and halved garlic cloves in a single layer. Drizzle with remaining olive oil.
- 3
Bake. Bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly, the garlic is tender, the cheese is melted, and the tomatoes are slightly charred and have burst.
- 4
Garnish and Serve. Remove from oven, let cool for 5 minutes, and sprinkle the top with basil chiffonade. Serve warm. Let guests spoon or spread the dip over crostini, melba toasts, hearty crackers, or rustic bread.