Marinated Mozzarella Balls

by Meghan McMorrow

Ingredients

• ¾ cup good extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tbsp fresh basil finely chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme finely chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh oregano finely chopped
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes or to taste
• ¼ tsp kosher salt or to taste
• 16 ozs bocconcini or ciliegine mozzarella drained

Instructions

• Mix together the olive oil, garlic, herbs, red pepper flakes and salt.
• Add the mozzarella balls, stir to fully coat.
• Allow to marinate for an hour or longer. The longer they marinate, the better the flavors will be. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to five days.

Notes

Makes approximately 44 mozzarella balls; amount will vary depending on brand and packaging.  Download pdf here.