Instructions

1. 1
   Slice the tomatoes ¼–½ inch (0.75–1.25 cm) thick.
2. 2
   Salt and pepper tomato slices to taste.
3. 3
   Dip slices in cornmeal and shallow fry in hot grease or oil over medium heat for about 3 minutes or until golden on bottom.
4. 4
   Gently turn over, and fry the other side.
5. 5
   Serve by themselves or, for a elegant addition, add a little goat cheese.