CAPRESE Definition & Meaning

caprese

[ kuh-prey-zey, �� ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

(sometimes initial capital letter)

prepared with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil leaves and drizzled with olive oil:
a caprese salad;
caprese sandwiches;
pizza caprese.

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of caprese¹

< Italian: of or in the style of Capri

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Now, whether these folks invite me over for dinner once that basil becomes pesto or Caprese salad ... that’s up to them.

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To make the lemon torta caprese, start by placing the butter and white chocolate on the top of a double broiler and melt until smooth.

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The former “Giada at Home” host put her own spin on the beloved torta caprese, an indulgent flourless cake named for the Italian island of Capri.

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Another Friday night, another welcome party: his and hers signature cocktails, best friend’s toast about embarrassing high school shenanigans and Caprese skewers at the buffet.

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We ate our Caprese skewers with abandon.

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