Jan 262014
 

Burratta

Here’s a scrumptious/addicting snack for you and one that we’ve been enjoying this past week.

I introduce you to:  Burratta ♥  Basically, Burratta is a ball of fresh Italian cheese, made from mozzarella and cream.  The outer shell is solid mozzarella while the inside contains both soft, stringy mozzarella and cream, giving it an unusual, soft pillowy texture.  It’s best served at room temperature drizzled with a good olive oil and cracked pepper and then spread atop crusty bread.   I should also mention that it’s out of this world topped with Balsamic vinegar glaze.

And if you’ve never had the opportunity to taste Burratta, you will thank me for the introduction :) Just like I thanked my sweet friend Amber for introducing me to it a couple of years ago.

“You’ve never had Burratta Monica?” She asked me, completely shocked. Continue reading »