Directions

1. Slice up the tomatoes and mozzarella cheese into ½ inch slices.
2. Arrange slices in rows on a platter alternating ingredients from tomato, basil, then cheese.
3. Pour ½ cup of balsamic vinegar into a saucepan on low and stir frequently until it thickens like maple syrup. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the platter then sprinkle with chopped almonds.