Recipe: Caprese Salad

The Brunette One Recipe Caprese Salad_1

Truth be told, I’m not one for cooking. It’s not that I don’t mind being in the kitchen or following a recipe, it’s usually the time, energy, and effort that goes into creating a meal that often holds me back. I typically end up eating a bowl of cereal and calling it a night. With our wedding wrapped up and a million new kitchen products (shown in the photo, this cutting/serving board and this knife set) and a few new cookbooks at our disposal thanks to our registry, I figured it was time I take on a new challenge in our marriage – the kitchen! Disclaimer: My husband LOVES to cook. I typically leave him in charge and I’m often the taste-tester and/or baker of desserts.

So my new recipe column for TBO is going to be all about easy recipes for one or two people, maybe even a few meals thrown in for larger parties (a goal of mine this fall is to host my first dinner party), if I can recreate the meal, so can you! I’m not the biggest fan of leftovers, so I sometimes I’ve made this great meal, which is more than enough for my husband and I to eat and the rest goes to waste. We received a few cookbooks meant for couples or 1 to 2 people, so I’m anxious to tackle a few of those recipes!

First up, this super easy appetizer for warm summer afternoons – I followed this recipe and voila, one of the easiest apps ever to make and enjoy! I poured myself a glass of wine and caught up on some magazines!

The Brunette One Recipe Caprese Salad_2

The Brunette One Recipe Caprese Salad_3

Ingredients: Off the vine Tomatoes, Mozzarella, Basil Leaves, Balsamic Vinegar

Directions: Slice your tomatoes and mozzarella. Layer the slices over basil leaves. Drizzle balsamic vinegar and salt/pepper for taste if needed. Don’t forget to add crackers and pour yourself a glass of wine!

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2 Comments

  1. I’m not much for cooking either. It’s hard with just two people! Throw in the fact that I’m a picky eater and it becomes nearly impossible. Looking forward to see what you whip up :)

    Posted 7.29.14 Reply
  2. Looks pretty good and very easy! Please let me know when you are having this first dinner party and I’ll make the trip to DSM for it!! :)

    Posted 7.29.14 Reply