Fresh Mozzarella
Concepts
Want to showcase this cheese on your menu? Serve up something sensational with these innovative concepts.
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GALBANI® HOUSEMADE MARINATED CILIEGINE WITH ASPARAGUS TIPS

INGREDIENTS
Amount | Ingredient |
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1 | Bunch of thin asparagus (remove stems) |
2 | Large garlic cloves, smashed |
¼ cup | Extra virgin olive oil |
3 tbsp. | White balsamic vinegar |
1 tbsp. | Dried oregano |
24 oz. | Galbani Fresh Mozzarella Ciliegine |
2 tbsp. | Fresh basil chiffonade |
2 tbsp. | Lemon zest |
1 heaping tbsp. | Crushed pink peppercorn |
Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste |
METHOD
- Boil asparagus tips until al dente. Immediately remove and place in ice bath for two minutes. Drain and set aside.
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In a small bowl, whisk garlic, olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and oregano into a dressing. Let it sit for 30 minutes.
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In a bowl, combine Ciliegine with basil, lemon zest, and pink peppercorn. Toss gently until incorporated.
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Remove garlic cloves from dressing, and add dressing to the Ciliegine. Toss until incorporated. Gently mix in asparagus.
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Allow the dish to sit for 20 minutes before serving.
- Serve with rustic Italian bread.
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