Ciliegie Mozzarella with Basil & Cherry Tomatoes

• 6 cherry tomatoes, cut into halves
• 12 fresh basil leaves, cut into halves
• 6 ciliegie mozzarella balls, cut into halves
• Salt and pepper
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic (optional)

1. Spear one half of one cherry tomato on a toothpick.
2. Next, spear two halves of a fresh basil leaf, followed by one half of a mozzarella ball.
3. Repeat for all 12 hors doeuvres, and season with salt and pepper.
4. Arrange on a tray and serve with the balsamic vinegar and olive oil (I like to offer them separately) on the side for dipping.
5. Add the minced garlic to the olive oil for an extra layer of flavor.

tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, salt, balsamic vinegar, extravirgin olive oil, garlic

Taken from www.cookstr.com/recipes/ciliegie-mozzarella-with-basil-amp-cherry-tomatoes (may not work)