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    Sweet Corn, Mozzarella, and Tomato Salad


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    8 ounces fresh milk mozzarella (small balls called bocconcini work best)
    1/3 cup basil-flavored olive oil or extra virgin olive oil
    1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
    Freshly ground black pepper
    Crushed red pepper flakes
    10 to 12 ears of sweet corn, husked and silk removed
    6 to 8 large vine-ripened tomatoes, seeded and cut into
    25 to 30 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

    Recipe



    Cut the mozzarella balls into small pieces and marinate in the basil oil, tossing with salt, black pepper, and red pepper. If using a large ball of cheese, cut this into slices. Cover and refrigerate at least six hours, preferably overnight. NOTE: Before assembling the salad, remove the mozzarella from the refrigerator and let come to room temperature before using in the salad.




    Scrape the corn kernels from the ears of corn by using a sharp kitchen knife and a large cutting board. Cut off the stem end to give a flat base. Hold the ear, tip end up, then cut downward, removing a few rows at a time.

    In a large pot, partially filled with water, bring water to a rolling boil. Add the corn kernels to the boiling water. Bring water back up to a boil; immediately remove from heat and drain corn in a colander in your sink. Run cold water over the corn in the colander to stop the cooking process; drain the corn thoroughly.

    In a large bowl, gently combine corn kernels, tomatoes, mozzarella with marinade, and basil. Adjust seasonings to taste. Refrigerate the salad until approximately ½ before serving.

    To serve as a first course for your dinner party, spoon salad into wine glasses.

    Makes approximately 10 to 12 servings.


 

 

 


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