Fried Green Tomato, Mozzarella, and Basil "Blts"

1. 1

   Preheat broiler.

2. 2

   In a small bowl coat 4 tomato slices evenly with cornmeal and season with salt.

3. 3

   In a 10- to 12-inch heavy skillet heat 1/4 cup reserved bacon drippings over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and cook tomatoes until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes, transferring them as cooked to paper towels to drain.

4. 4

   Coat and cook remaining tomatoes in same manner, using additional drippings if necessary.

5. 5

   On a baking sheet broil one side of bread slices about 3 inches from heat until golden.

6. 6

   Make sandwiches by layering, on untoasted sides of bread, mozzarella, basil, tomatoes, and bacon.

7. 7

   Top with remaining bread slices, toasted sides up.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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