This creamy mozzarella is perfect with summer tomatoes on crusty bread. It is a delicious addition to salads with fresh summer fruit. Toss it into a pasta dish with roasted peppers or charred tomatoes.
No burrata on hand? This is an excellent substitute for burrata.
I came across this Epicurious recipe last year and immediately made the creamy mozzarella. We spread it on good local bread and topped it with heirloom tomatoes. It was an instant favorite.
Pair this with fresh figs or peaches. You are in for a treat.
Ingredients
- 1 ball (8 ounces) fresh mozzarella
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 lemon, zest and 1 teaspoon juice
- Kosher salt (about 1/4 teaspoon)
- Fresh ground pepper to taste
Directions
Add the sour cream, lemon zest and lemon juice to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Tear the mozzarella into small chunks and strips. Don’t cut it. The sour cream mixture adheres nicely to the torn edges. Stir the cheese into the sour cream mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
Let it rest for a while to blend the flavors. If you aren’t using it soon, put it in the refrigerator. Take it out of the refrigerator a little while before serving. It is better if it isn’t too cold.
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