Owen's Mozzarella And Tomato Salad

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"A delicious salad for cheese lovers. It is also quick and easy to throw together."

PREP TIME	10 Min
READY IN	30 Min

SERVINGS & SCALING

Original recipe yield: 4 servings

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INGREDIENTS

4 large tomatoes
4 tablespoons olive oil
ground black pepper to taste
10 ounces mozzarella cheese, thickly sliced
8 leaves fresh basil, torn into strips

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DIRECTIONS

Chop tomatoes in half, then slice finely; arrange on four plates. Trickle a tablespoon of olive oil over each serving, and sprinkle with black pepper. Lay slices of cheese over tomatoes, and strips of basil over cheese. Cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

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Reviewed on Jul. 17, 2006 by Newlywedws

Although this is called "Owens Mozzarella and Tomato Salad" most people are familiar w/ the name Tomato Caprese. We served this w/ basil pesto on the side. Will post a picture.

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Reviewed on Feb. 29, 2004 by SKYQUEEN

You simply *MUST* use FRESH mozzarella cheese to fully appreciate this recipe. I can't even imagine it with the bland, hard stuff you find in the dairy case at grocery stores. Fresh mozzarella is a bit difficult to find but it's worth the effort. Try specialty stores. I like to slice fresh tomatoes, sprinkle with sea salt, add torn pieces of fresh basil, then the mozzarella. Drizzle all with a good quality extra virgin olive oil combined with a splash of balsamic vinegar.

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Reviewed on Sep. 6, 2003 by AMY-NV

My friend made this for a club gathering and there were a lot of weird looks (you don't see mozzerella sliced too often) but after they were told what it was and ventured to try it it was gone quick. The tomatoes and cheese REALLY compliment eachother. Easy appetizer!

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