Blueberry Balsamic Burrata

Blueberry Balsamic Topping

• 2 cups fresh blueberries
• 1 shallot, roughly chopped
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• A few sprigs fresh thyme (leaves picked)
• Pinch of red pepper flakes
• Pinch of salt

To Assemble

• 1-2 balls burrata
• 1/4 cup pistachios, chopped
• Fresh basil leaves, torn
• Zest of 1 lemon
• Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
• Toasted focaccia or crusty bread, to serve

Directions

• Make the topping: add the blueberries, chopped shallot, brown sugar, honey, balsamic vinegar, thyme, red pepper flakes and a pinch of salt to a small pan. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the blueberries burst and the mixture turns jammy and saucy, about 8-10 minutes. Let cool slightly.
• Tear the burrata onto a serving plate and spread it out.
• Spoon the warm blueberry balsamic topping over the burrata.
• Scatter over the chopped pistachios and torn basil, grate lemon zest over the top, and finish with a drizzle of olive oil.
• Serve right away with toasted focaccia or crusty bread for scooping.

A blueberry burrata "bruschetta" from @davilaspizzausa — not on their menu, shared so you can make it at home. Sweet-savory blueberry-balsamic compote over creamy burrata with pistachios, basil and lemon zest.