Buratta with Tomato Garlic Bread
- 1 loaf toothsome rustic bread, such as ciabatta
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 ripe red tomato, halved
- Extra Virgin olive oil
- Sea salt and coarsely ground black pepper
- 3 balls Buratta
- Mixed fresh basil leaves
Slice bread and toast until crisp and golden. Rub toast with garlic cloves, leaving a nice thick garlic layer. Rub toast with tomato. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place buratta in a serving bowl. Douse cheese with a generous amount of olive oil. Scatter fresh basil leaves over buratta and serve with prepared toast.
Vintage Plate from Rural Residence in Hudson, NY.