Fresh Mozzarella Toasts with Spicy Herb Oil

By á-30

Ingredients

• 12 ounces fresh water-packed mozzarella cheese, drained, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
• 5 tablespoons good quality extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
• 2 tablespoons nonpareil capers
• coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1/2 lemon

Preparation

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in small skillet over very low heat. Add garlic and crushed pepper and stir just until garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes (if garlic starts to color, remove from heat immediately).

Remove from heat; stir in oregano, capers, salt, pepper and remaining oil. Spoon over cheese slices, and finish with a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with toast or crackers.