Fresh Mozzarella
Concepts
Want to showcase this cheese on your menu? Serve up something sensational with these innovative concepts.
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Galbani® Chicken Pesto Caprese Sandwich
INGREDIENTS
| Amount | Ingredient |
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| 1 | Ciabatta loaf (4-5 inches) |
| 1 tbsp. | Extra virgin olive oil |
| 4 tbsp. | Basil pesto |
| 5 tbsp. | Mayonnaise |
| 6 oz. | Grilled chicken breast, thinly sliced |
| 3-4 slices | Galbani Thin Sliced Fresh Mozzarella |
| 3-4 slices | Roma tomatoes |
| 2-3 | Fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced |
| Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste |
METHOD
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Slice ciabatta bread lengthwise. Brush each side with extra virgin olive oil and season with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste. Place on hot grill for a minute to toast lightly.
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In a small bowl, combine basil and mayonnaise until fully incorporated. Spread the mixture on the bottom half of the toasted ciabatta bread.
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Place grilled chicken breast on top.
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Alternate slices Thin Sliced Fresh Mozzarella and tomato on top of chicken breast, and garnish generously with sliced fresh basil.
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Top with the top half of toasted ciabatta and serve.
Pairings
Looking for an easy way to enhance the flavor of Fresh Mozzarella? Try these specially selected food and beverage pairings.
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Wine & Spirits
- Lambrusco & Chianti
- White Zinfandel
- Riesling
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Beer
- Dark Lagers
- India Pale Ales
- Cider Beers
- Pilsners
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Proteins
- Flank Steak
- Prosciutto
- Hamburger
- Salami
- Chicken
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Fruits & Vegetables
- Roasted Red Peppers
- Melon
- Artichoke Hearts
- Mushrooms
- Broccoli Rabe
- Eggplant
- Radicchio
- Tomatoes
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Nuts, Grains & Starches
- Parmesan Crisps
- Baguettes
- Crostini
- Small Toasts
- Arborio Rice
- Pine Nuts
- Pasta
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Flavors, Spices & Condiments
- Chocolate
- Sea Salt
- Basil
- Olive Oil
- Black Pepper
- Herbs de Provence
- Truffles
- Balsamic Vinegar
- Chives
- Siracha
- Crushed Red Pepper
