Basil Tomatoes with Gorgonzola Recipe

Basil Tomatoes with Gorgonzola Recipe

Ingredients:

1/4 pound Gorgonzola cheese
6 large tomatoes
1/4 cup shredded basil
3 tablespoons sliced shallot
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/3 - 1/2 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Directions:

Freeze cheese for 30 minutes or until firm enough to grate. Slice tomatoes thinly and arrange on a platter. Grate Gorgonzola, then combine with basil and shallot and sprinkle over tomatoes.

In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, Dijon mustard and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and pour over tomatoes. Serve at room temperature.

Serves: 6 - 8