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Caprese Stuffed Bread

Today we journey to Italy's cuisine with this delicious stuffed Baguette Caprese Recipe. Caprese stuffed bread is a delicious starter or appetizer that starts with a loaf of bread, sliced and filled with pesto, tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella, and baked until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is gooey and melted. 

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Cooking Method
Cuisine
Courses
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Total Time: 45 mins
Cooking Temp 220  C
Servings 3
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 1 Baguette
  • 250g/8.8oz Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
  • 2-3 Tomatoes
  • ½ Cup Jarred Basil Pesto
  • 2 Tsp Garlic Cloves (Minced)
  • 4 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • Salt & Pepper
  • Fresh Parsley (Chopped)
Method

  1. Preheat oven 220C/400F.

  2. Cut slices into the bread but not all the way through.

  3. Cut the mozzarella and tomatoes into slices and place on a paper towel to absorb moisture.

  4. Spread the basil pesto in between the sliced bread.

  5. Stuff 1 slice of tomato and mozzarella into each pocket.

  6. Place bread on baking paper in a shallow dish.

  7. Mix the olive oil and garlic together in a small bowl. Brush all over the top of the bread.

  8. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and parsley.

  9. Bake 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden brown.

  10. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, slice/pull apart and serve.

  11. Enjoy! 

Read it online: https://lollyskitchen.com.mt/recipe/caprese-stuffed-bread/