Tomato-Burrata Toast

Tomato-Burrata Toast

Serves 4

Ingredients

4 tbsp. Kowalski's Signature Garlic Parmesan Whipped Butter, at room temperature
2 tbsp. tomato paste
4 slices artisan bread, sliced ¾" thick on the diagonal (each piece approx. 3x4")
2 tbsp. finely shredded Kowalski’s Signature Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese (from the Specialty Cheese Department)
4 very thin slices Prosciutto di Parma
8 oz. (2 balls) burrata cheese (from the Specialty Cheese Department)
- Kowalski's Extra Virgin Olive Oil, to taste
- Kowalski's Balsamic Vinegar, to taste
- freshly snipped chives, to taste
- flaky sea salt and freshly ground Kowalski's Black Peppercorns, to taste
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Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, mix butter and tomato paste until combined; set aside.
  3. Arrange bread in a single layer on a baking sheet; bake in preheated oven for 3 min.
  4. Flip bread; continue baking until bread is lightly toasted and golden on the edges (about 2 min. more). 
  5. Spread tomato butter on toasted bread; sprinkle evenly with Parmesan.
  6. Top evenly with prosciutto. 
  7. Using a sharp paring knife, gently cut each cheese ball into 2 pieces. Place 1 piece of burrata on top of each toast, spreading the creamy interior evenly over the prosciutto. 
  8. Drizzle with oil and vinegar; sprinkle with chives, salt and pepper. Serve immediately. 

Tasty Tip:

  • This recipe can also be made with pesto instead of tomato paste.

Switch-Up:

  • Select a whole-grain artisan bread to boost the healthfulness of this dish. You’ll gain extra beneficial fiber and phytonutrients.