Fried Green Tomatoes

When those first green tomatoes appear I have to control myself...

I want to make fried green tomatoes, but...

 I also want to let those tomatoes get ripe!
What's a woman to do?

We have had fried green tomatoes a few times this year, while allowing plenty to ripen in the garden.

There are many fancy ways to create fried green tomatoes, but I want to share with you a simple, yet delicious way to make them. 

In a deep frying pan, add about half an inch of vegetable oil.

Heat over medium high heat..

In a shallow dish, combine some flour, salt and pepper.

Rinse and dry the green tomatoes.

Cut off the top of the tomato.

Slice (I like mine a little on the thick side).

Coat the tomato slices in the flour mixture, making sure to coat both sides.

Fry in oil for a few minutes on each side, until desired browness.

(We like ours well done on the outside and moist on the inside).
Drain on a paper towel.
Eat warm.

That's it!
Using just a few ingredients lets the true flavor of the green tomato come through in every delicious bite. 

If you have never made fried green tomatoes, I do hope you try this.

It's a delicacy!