Tomato and Mozzarella Bites AND Chutney-Glazed Goat Cheese

Back from a WONDERFUL 3 day road trip including all of Whidbey Island, and Anacortes. FUNOLA!!!! I can get to my blog from other computers, but can't write a new blog......so here's two:

Tomato and Mozzarella Bites:
(makes 20)

2 T. EVOO
2 T. white balsamic vinegar
1/4 t. dried oregano (or 3/4 t. fresh*)
1/4 t. each sea salt* & and freshly ground pepper
20 mini fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegini)
20 grape tomatoes
40 fresh basil leaves
20 small wooden skewers

In a large bowl, whisk olive oil, vinegar, oregano, S&P. Add mozzarella balls, tossing.
Thread onto skewers, alternating mozzarella balls, grape tomatoes, and the basil leaves. To plate: arrange in a circle putting the pointed end of the skewer in the center of the plate with the blunt end out over the edge of the plate.

Chutney-Glazed Goat Cheese:

8 oz. log of goat cheese
1/4 cup mango chutney
2 T. chopped walnuts
Multi grain seeded crackers
Dried apricots
Red and green seedless grapes

Place the goat cheese on a serving platter. In a small bowl, microwave chutney on high 1 min. Pour over cheese. Top with walnuts. Serve with the crackers, apricots, and grapes.

"Stand on Grace. Walk by Faith. Live in Love."

And, have FUN today!!!

Love,

MM