TOMATO MOZZARELLA BITES

TOMATO MOZZARELLA BITES 20 grape or cherry tomatoes, halved 20 fresh basil leaves 20 small balls fresh mozzarella cheese (often labeled bocconcini) salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 20 toothpicks Using a toothpick, spear a half of a tomato, a leaf of basil, a mozzarella ball, and another half of a tomato. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Place on a serving dish and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Mix the vinegar and oil together in a small bowl to serve as a dipping sauce.