Caprese Salad Recipe or Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella Salad

Slice the tomatoes into about ⅜ inch thick slices Then slice the mozzarella into the same sized slices.

Now arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices into a pleasing pattern on a plate; I like to make circles. Mozzarella can be cut in half, if you'd like to use less cheese, or you can place two tomatoes, then one slice of cheese and continue in this manner.

Now, drizzle generously with extra virgin olive oil, and sprinkle with salt.

Depending on taste, use whole, torn or chopped fresh Italian basil leaves. I prefer chopped since I find the whole leaves are just a bit too much basil flavor, but a sprig in the center or on the side looks fantastic.