Reviewed: Jul. 13, 2006

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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Newlywedws

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Home Town: Jacksonville, Florida, USA

Living In: Macdill Afb, Florida, USA

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Reviewed: Jul. 7, 2006

I got beat out- I gave it a 5 star, but 2 people gave it 4. They didn't think it needed the mozzarella at all. But, it is still a very good recipe overall, with great flavor. We didn't use fresh cheese because the store didn't have any at the time. We left it sit out for the 1/2 hour instead, to let the flavors blend better. I think it's better then having it cold. But, will definitely make again...

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Nicole R.

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Reviewed: Jun. 3, 2006

OK - this is totally one of my favorite salads. I used cherry tomatoes instead of regular because I bought a hugh box of them at Costco. They are just the right size and they "pop" in your mouth. I also added some balsamic vinegar to the olive oil and tossed this with gourmet salad greens. I know I've changed the recipe around a little, but it did not affect the overall flavor of this recipe. Thankx Dell. PS. I see the "police" have removed part of my review.

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JOSIE

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Reviewed: Jun. 3, 2006

Delicious. Instead of olive oil and balsamic vinegar, I added a balsamic vinagrette to mine after I layered my tomoatoes and mozzarella. Once the balsamic vinagrette was on I sprinkled fresh basil over the top. It was great.

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Heaven

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Reviewed: May 17, 2006

Yumm! I added a little balsamic and a little salt.

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jbundles

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Reviewed: May 17, 2006

Another fantastic way to eat tomatoes! The cheese was an "extra nice touch!"

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Joy

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Reviewed: Mar. 17, 2006

used all the freshes. Was so so. probably wont make again.

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Reviewed: Nov. 4, 2005

One of my favorite salads. I did add a drizzle of balsamic vinegar over the tomatoes at the end for extra flavor. Great!

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SHERRYL.

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Reviewed: Oct. 18, 2005

I love this salad...I ate this all summer long. The only thing I added was balsamic vinegar...Excellent!!

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LTLBITZ

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Reviewed: Oct. 3, 2005

Wow, this was amazingly good. The fresh mozzarella *makes* this dish! I've made it a couple of times, and added a bit of tarragon vinegar to the salad the second time around. It's delicious either way. Definitely on my list for when I want to make something simple, yet hearty and appetizing. A "must-not-miss".

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Cathalain

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Reviewed: Aug. 25, 2005

This is so delicious it's hard to believe how simple it is. The only changes I make are to slice the tomatoes really thickly instead of finely, to use salt as well as pepper, and to drizzle a bit of really good balsamic vinegar on it. Amazingly good. With this recipe, it's the little things that make all the difference: fresh mozzarella or bocconcini, good quality olive oil (and balsamic if you're using it), nice ripe tomatoes, and fresh ground pepper (I like mine ground really chunky). Delicious!

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SILLYSARAHC123

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Reviewed: Jul. 27, 2005

The perfect summertime side dish! A great way to use those delicious New Jersey tomatoes, too. As a previous reviewer wrote, you MUST use fresh mozzarella cheese (not the "plastic ball" of cheese from the dairy case). And it is also important to use a good olive oil. Topped off with fresh basil from my herb garden and we are set for a wonderful meal.

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KOALAGIRL

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Reviewed: Jul. 13, 2005

This was really good. Especially with ripe tomatoes in the summer. I did add some dressing though.

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PRPRINCESSMISSY

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Reviewed: Jun. 19, 2005

I used cherry tomatoes cut in half. Overall it was a very fresh, clean taste. I would add a bit more salt next time, though. The fresh basil was so wonderful.

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busymommy

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Reviewed: Jun. 18, 2005

This was very good but I did need to add some dressing to it. That is more my preference though and does not reflect on this recipe. My hubby scarfed it down!

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Chrissy Fessler

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Reviewed: May 21, 2005

A beautiful salad when you can get summer ripe tomatoes! Use fresh mozzarella for the best texture. Add a sprinkle of sea salt and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar over everything as well.

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