Tomato Plant in a Pot
For those of us who haven’t gotten around to planting our tomato seeds, don’t worry. Costco has ‘Better Boy’ tomato plants in a 16″ pot with cage! All the plants are about 2′ tall and already have fruit.
No muss, no fuss. All you have to do is put it where it will get full sun and water it. $16
Basil
Perfect accompaniment with the tomatoes, basil is easy to grow in a pot. I Found 10″ tall basil plants for $2.99 everywhere. Trader Joe’s always has them at this time of year. While you’re there, pick up some olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and mozzarella for your Insalata Caprese.
Insalata Caprese Recipe
Ingredients:
Ripe tomatoes, cut into 1/4 inch slices
Fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4 inch slices
1 red onion, sliced thin
Extra virgin olive oil
Balsamic vinegar (optional)
Chopped fresh basil
Salt and pepper to taste
Wash and slice tomatoes. Slice mozzarella cheese. Place tomato slice on a serving plate. Top each tomato slice with one slice of mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with chopped basil leaves.
Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Serve with a dry rose or light pinot noir.
Tags: basil, mozzarella, rose, tomatoes
