Antipasti

Ingredients

• 6 Cups Mixed Greens, Such as mesclun mix
• 1 Cup artichoke heart quarters—Drained
• 1 Cup Roasted red peppers -- Drained
• 1/2 Cup Julienned sun-dried tomatoes in olive oi -- Drained
• 1/2 Cup ripe olives
• 1/2 Cup Dry breadcrumbs
• 1 Teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 Teaspoon salt
• 1 egg -- Beaten
• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 8 Ounces Smoked mozzarella cheese -- Cut Into 3/4 Cubes
• 2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar -- Optional
• 1/4 Cup Julienned Fresh basil Leaves oro 1 Tablespoon Dried basil -- Optional

Directions

1. Place Greens on Large Serving Platter.
2. Arrange artichoke Hearts, peppers, sun-dried tomatoes and olives on top
3. Combine breadcrumbs, italian seasoning and salt in a shallow bowl
4. Dip cheese in egg, then breadcrumbs, turning to coat all sides thoroughly
5. Dip each piece in egg and breadcrumbs a second time
6. Heat olil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
7. Place cheese cubes in skillet and cook 2 -3 minutes until golden brown, turning to cook on all sides
8. Place fried cheese on platter
9. Drizzle with veingar and sprinkle with basil
10. Serve immediately

Merry Christmas From Lr contributed by: World Recipes Y-Group