THE TOMATO SANDWICH

My friend Carrie (who is from Kentucky) and I were talking the other day and she mentioned her favorite snack, which is considered a southern staple, the tomato sandwich. I was immediately intrigued because anything on the subject of food sparks my interest. Thinking it would be some amazing and fancy recipe that I must try, I asked her how they are made. Her answer left my brow furrowed and me scratching my head. The tomato sandwich consists of cheap white bread, big juicy tomatoes, loads of salt and pepper, and a thick spread of mayonnaise. Doesn’t sound too appetizing does it?—or maybe it does, but it didn’t to me. She then explained that you have to try it to understand and at that point two other Kentucky friends chimed in that indeed, the tomato sandwich is delicious.

So, I tried it. Actually I tried three. They are good. So, so good! I used some cheap honey wheat bread and the biggest, beefiest, Heirloom tomatoes I could find. I get it now. Try one if you are curious. I promise these southern belles know what they’re talking about.

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