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Creole Tomato Sandwich
This classic Southern sandwich celebrates the peak of summer produce with thick slices of juicy Creole tomatoes. The simplicity of the dish relies on high-quality ingredients, pairing the fresh tomatoes with rich homemade mayonnaise on soft white bread. A sprinkle of salt and pepper draws out the natural sweetness of the fruit. It makes a perfect, quick lunch when tomatoes are at their best.
Ingredients
- 8 white bread slices
- ¾ cup Homemade Mayonnaise (recipe follows)
- 1 lb. Creole tomatoes, cored and sliced crosswise into ¼-inch-thick rounds
- ¼ tsp. kosher salt
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
Instructions
- 1Coat one side of every bread slice with an even layer of mayonnaise.
- 2Lay the tomato slices flat on a large plate and season them evenly with the kosher salt and black pepper. Transfer the seasoned tomatoes onto the mayonnaise-coated side of four bread slices.
- 3Place the remaining four slices of bread on top with the mayonnaise facing inward. Slice the sandwiches in half and serve them right away.