bits + bites
Katie Kelly
– You can absolutely eat these on their own with some baguette slices or crackers, it's a simple yet great appetizer. – Add them to a charcuterie board or antipasto platter! These are perfect for the holiday season, the color is gorgeous. – Add them to homemade pizza to really elevate things.
Fresh Thyme and/or Rosemary. Fresh thyme or rosemary is always a great option to add to this marinade. You can add it in addition to the basil and oregano, or swap them out. With a simple recipe like this, it's so hard to mess it up! Balsamic Vinegar or Red Wine Vinegar. If you want to add a vinegar component, add 1 tsp of vinegar to the olive oil mix. Black Pepper. If you want a bit of spice, but don't want to commit to the red pepper flakes, add some freshly cracked black pepper! Chili flakes. Alternatively, if you want some more spice, add some chili flakes! Sun-Dried Tomatoes. You can add some drained sun-dried tomatoes for a deliciously sweet twist.
How long does marinated mozzarella last? You can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. What spices go well with mozzarella? So many! Basil, rosemary, black pepper, raw garlic, fresh lemon juice, and red pepper flakes are just a few. How do you make mozzarella more flavorful? Seasoning it with fresh herbs like basil or rosemary, pairing it with fresh fruits and veggies like tomatoes or peaches, and adding a balsamic reduction or freshly cracked black pepper are a few of my favorite ways to add more flavor to fresh mozzarella.