Farmer's Market Tomato Salad

Ingredients

• 3 pounds mixed specialty or vine-ripened tomatoes
• 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• Salt and cracked black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• 6 ounces crumbled goat cheese, optional

Directions

Slice the tomatoes into different shapes (wedges, slices, small cubes, etc.) and arrange on individual plates or a buffet platter. Drizzle with the oil and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with basil. Dot with goat cheese, if desired