Not Your Mommas Fried Green Tomatoes

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   Wash and dry the tomatoes.

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   Slice across the middle, then again across the widest part of the tomato, making just under 1/2-inch slices.

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   Place in a ceramic dish.

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   Add balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic and freshly ground pepper.

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   Then roughly chop the thyme and rosemary and add it to the marinade.

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   Note: you will be discarding the herbs and the marinade before you cook the tomatoes.

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   Allow the tomatoes to marinate for about 1 hour.

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   Heat a skillet or cast iron pan.

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   Add the tomato slices, drained from the marinade, and sear for 1 to 2 minutes per side.

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    Place on a serving dish, drizzle a splash of olive oil, some freshly ground pepper, sea salt flakes (recommend Maldon salt ), and slices of cheese.

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    You can use a vegetable peeler for nice thin slices.

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    Use any of the cheeses recommended.

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    Kefalograviera is the Greek equivalent of pecorino and parmesan.

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    Enjoy with some thin slices of a crusty country bread, as side dish for steak, or just for something different.

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    Note: You can adjust the quantities depending on how many tomatoes you want to use up.

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    The quantities listed are just suggested.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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