• medium size, ripe tomatoes, 1 per serving
• fresh mozzarella, log shape preferred
• fresh basil leaves
• extra virgin olive oil
• balsamic vinegar
• salt

Optional Garnish

• kalamata olives
• pepperoncini

1. Slice the tomatoes and the mozzarella into ¼  -  ⅜" thick slices. Sprinkle a little salt on the tomato slices to bring out the flavor
2. Alternate the tomato and mozzarella slices while arranging them on a platter or individual flat plates
3. Garnish liberally with torn basil leaves and top with the balsamic vinegar

Build a Tomato Tower

1. Stack the slices on individual plates, giving each tomato slice a pinch of salt and vinegar
2. Garnish with basil leaves