You only need three simple ingredients to make this delicious snack.
Call it a snack—it’s perfectly fine to treat yourself to this in the afternoon when your stomach starts to rumble.
Why? Because it’s easy, satisfying, and ready in minutes.
It also makes a lovely party appetizer. The trick is to enjoy it as soon as it comes out of the oven while the cheese is hot and bubbly.
Preparation is straightforward: chop the ingredients, mix them together, and bake.
Bake until the cheese melts and browns just a touch.
When it’s ready it will be golden and irresistible. One bite and you’ll see why this is a favorite.
I had to stop myself from diving in with a spoon—temptation was real.
I may have taken a tiny spoonful just to taste. No regrets.
There’s nothing quite like a spoonful of bubbling, golden mozzarella.
Hot Caprese Dip
Yield:
2
to 4
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Ingredients
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10
ounces
fresh mozzarella,
chopped into cubes -
2
roma tomatoes,
seeded and juiced -
3
tablespoons
freshly chopped basil,
or about 1 tablespoon dried, plus more for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Remove as much juice as possible from the tomatoes to avoid a watery dip. In a small baking dish, combine the chopped mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil; mix gently to combine. Bake for 15 minutes, then broil for 2 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Serve immediately with crackers or melba toasts.
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Note: The dip can appear watery if tomatoes are too juicy, so removing excess moisture is important. This dip is best eaten right away—leftovers will release more liquid as they sit, but a little juice won’t ruin the flavor.
Appetizer
American
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Try to resist—if you can. If not, enjoy every bite.