Corn Mozzarella And Tomato Fresca Food

FRESH CORN AND TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• Whisk together the vinegar, 2 teaspoons salt and some pepper in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream, to make a smooth dressing.
• Shear off the corn kernels with a sharp knife over a bowl (you should have about 4 cups). Toss in the tomatoes, mozzarella and scallions. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat. Cover and let stand for at least 15 minutes and up to 2 hours. Before serving, tear the basil over the salad and stir.

CORN, TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA SALAD

Steps:

• Prepare a grill for medium-high heat.
• Toss the mozzarella with the basil and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Whisk the vinegar with 3 tablespoons of the olive oil in a separate small bowl until emulsified. Set both aside.
• Brush the tomatoes and corn with the remaining 3 tablespoons oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the corn, rotating occasionally, until cooked and charred in spots, about 20 minutes. Grill the tomatoes, rotating occasionally, until the skins start to burst and are charred in spots, about 7 minutes.
• Peel the skins away from the tomatoes, then chop the tomatoes into small cubes. Transfer to a small bowl and season with salt and pepper. Slice the kernels from the cobs, transfer to a small bowl and season with salt and pepper.
• Spoon 2 tablespoons corn into the bottom of each of 6 half-pint mason jars. Top each with 2 tablespoons tomato, then 2 tablespoons mozzarella. Repeat the process one more time so there are 6 layers total, ending with the mozzarella on top. Drizzle with some of the cider vinaigrette. The salads will keep, refrigerated, for up to 2 hours.

CORN AND MOZZARELLA PIZZA

Steps:

• Place the shucked corn on broiler pan and broil 10 minutes, turning as one side gets browned.
• Cool and cut kernels from corn to measure 1 cup and set aside.
• Place the oil and red pepper in a microwave safe bowl and microwave on high for 30 seconds.
• Sir in garlic and set aside.
• Dissolve the yeast in 1/4 cup warm water in large bowl and let stand for 20 minutes.
• Add the 2 cups flour, 1/2 cup warm water, milk, applesauce and 3/4 teaspoon salt to yeast mixture and mix well.
• Turn dough out on floured surface.
• Knead until smooth and elastic.
• Add enough remaining flour to prevent dough from sticking to hands.
• Place dough in large bowl coated with cooking spray, turning to coat top.
• Cover and let rise in a warm place free of drafts, 40 minutes or until doubled in size.
• Punch dough down, cover and let rest for 5 minutes.
• Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
• Divide dough in half and roll each half into a 9 inch circle on a floured surface.
• Place each portion on a pizza pan or baking sheet coated with cooking spray and 1 tablespoon cornmeal or place on pizza stone.
• Crimp edges of dough with fingers to form a rim.
• Brush one dough portion with half of oil mixture, sprinkle with 1/2 cup of cheese, corn, and onion.
• Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt.
• Bake at 500 degrees for 8 minutes or until golden.
• Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon chives and 3/4 teaspoon lime rind.
• Repeat with remaining ingredients.
• A serving is half of one pizza!
• Dive in, it is so good.

FRESH MOZZARELLA SALAD W/ AVOCADO, ROASTED CORN & TOMATO

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400º F. Soak the corn in the sink or a bowl filled with cold water for 10 to 15 minutes. Place on a baking sheet with sides and roast for 20 to 25 minutes, until the kernels are tender. Cool to room temperature, then pull off and discard the husks and silks. Cut the kernels off the cob into a large bowl.
• Add the mozzarella, avocados, tomatoes, basil, salt and pepper to the bowl with the corn. Drizzle 1⁄2 cup of the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently. Be careful not to over-mix or mash the avocado. Season with more salt, pepper or vinaigrette to taste. Serve on a bed of the arugula or baby greens.
• Summer Herb Vinaigrette:.
• Combine the vinegar, mustard, lemon zest and juice, basil, oregano, and parsley in a small bowl, and stir to mix. Whisk in the olive oil in a slow, steady stream until all of the oil is incorporated. Season with salt and pepper. Use immediately or store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to three days.

CORN BREAD WITH FRESH TOMATOES AND MOZZARELLA

Steps:

• Position rack in bottom third of oven and preheat to 400°F. Butter 9x9x2-inch baking pan. Whisk 1 1/2 cups flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda in large bowl to blend well. Combine mozzarella cubes and remaining 1 tablespoon flour in small bowl; toss to coat. Whisk buttermilk, eggs, olive oil and chopped Italian parsley in medium bowl to blend. Add buttermilk mixture to flour mixture and stir just to combine (do not overmix). Sprinkle mozzarella cubes and diced tomatoes over batter; stir gently just to distribute evenly.
• Transfer batter to prepared pan. Bake corn bread until beginning to brown on top and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 22 minutes. Transfer pan to rack. Cool bread 15 minutes. Cut into squares or wedges and serve warm.