Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup mozzarella cheese
• 2 ounces (1/4 cup) cream cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon tomato paste
• 6 large kalamata olives, pitted
• 12 fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1. In a small food processor, process all ingredients except basil until they form a smooth cream, about 30 seconds.
2. Form mixture into 6 balls with the aid of a spoon.
3. Place 1 basil leaf on top and bottom of each ball and secure with a toothpick.
4. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 3 days.