STAR-SPANGLED CAPRESE SALAD PHYLLO SHELLS

Winner in the phyllo.com 1-2-3-4 Mini Fillo Shells Recipe Contest

Ingredients

5 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese (1/8 inch thick)
1 cup tomatoes, diced, reserve 15 pieces for garnish
1/4 cup fresh basil, torn
2 Tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette dressing
15 Athens Mini Fillo Shells (1 box)

Cut 15 star shapes from mozzarella cheese using a small star cookie cutter. Excess cheese can be added to tomato mixture if desired.

In a small bowl, combine remaining tomatoes with basil and balsamic vinaigrette. Fill each fillo shell with tomato mixture. Top shells with a cheese star. Garnish with a tomato piece. Serve immediately.


Yield: 15 appetizers