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Fried Red Tomatoes 02

This Fried Red Tomatoes 02 recipe uses Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese, Cayenne Pepper, and Salt. Save it, add the ingredients to your shopping list, and cook it tonight.

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Ingredients

• 1/3 cup
• 1/2 tsp
• 2 tsp

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Cut thin slice from each end of each tomato. Discard ends. Cut each tomato crosswise into 3 thick slices. Mix polenta, fine cornmeal,

2. 2

   Parmesan cheese, cayenne, and salt in medium bowl.

3. 3

   Dredge tomato slices thoroughly in cornmeal mixture.

4. 4

   Transfer to plate.

5. 5

   Pour enough oil into heavy large skillet to reach depth of 1/4 inch.

6. 6

   Heat oil over medium heat.

7. 7

   Working in 2 batches, add tomatoes and cook until crisp and golden, about 3 minutes per side.

8. 8

   Transfer tomatoes to paper towels; drain.

9. 9

   Transfer tomatoes to platter and serve.