Mozzarella and Basil with Marinara Sauce
Recipe from Betty Crocker

Baguette slices are sturdy dippers for an Italian-style appetizer you can make in 15 minutes.


Mozzarella and Basil with Marinara Sauce

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Servings: 10 servings (1/4 cup sauce and 3 baguette slices each)
Prep Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Related Categories: Dips and Spreads, Party Appetizers, Quick and Easy Appetizers
 
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Ingredients
  • 8   ounces
    fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
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  • 2   tablespoons
    chopped fresh basil leaves
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  • 2   cups
    chunky marinara sauce
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    French baguette slices
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Directions
1.
Heat oven to 350 degrees F. In shallow 2-quart casserole, place cheese cubes. Sprinkle with basil. Spoon marinara sauce around cheese.
2.
Bake uncovered 8 to 10 minutes or until cheese is hot and bubbly. Serve with baguette slices.

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Nutrition information
Calories 370 (Calories from Fat 90); Total Fat 10g (Saturated Fat 4g, Trans Fat 1g); Cholesterol 10mg; Sodium 930mg; Total Carbohydrate 58g (Dietary Fiber 3g, Sugars 4g); Protein 15g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 10%; Vitamin C 6%; Calcium 25%; Iron 20%. Exchanges: 4 Starch; 0 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Vegetable; 1/2 Medium-Fat Meat; 1 Fat. Carbohydrate Choices: 4. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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