Classic Tomato Sandwich: Spend with Pennies

Not that you need a recipe for a tomato sandwich, but honestly, I’m sharing this to make sure you don’t forget to enjoy one with those perfect summer tomatoes.

A classic tomato sandwich is nothing more than soft bread, juicy tomatoes with salt, pepper and a little creamy mayonnaise. Perfection.

Classic tomato sandwich with mayonnaise on the sandwich and on a knife.

They taste very good.
They are the perfect simple food for slices of juicy Tomatoes.
they are easy For a quick snack or light summer dinner.

Bread, mayonnaise, tomatoes, salt and pepper with labels to make Classic Tomato Sandwich

Ingredients for tomato sandwiches

Tomatoes: Big sandwiches call for big tomatoes! I love heirloom tomatoes or beefsteak tomatoes, but honestly, any ripe, juicy variety works.

Bread: White bread is a classic for soaking up all the fresh tomato juice. Replace white bread with sourdough bread or thick slices of brioche.

Mayonnaise: Use a good quality mayonnaise such as Duke’s or Hellmanns mayonnaise.

Condiments: Sprinkle some salt and pepper, lemon pepper, or bagel seasoning over the tomatoes before assembling the tomato sandwich—anything goes!

Variations

You can add variations, but I think the best tomato sandwich is the one that is kept simple.

Roasted tomatoes are juicy and delicious on toast.
Tomatoes marinated in oil, vinegar and basil also make a tasty sandwich.
Serve it open-faced on ricotta toast with a fried egg and a slice of bacon for a delicious breakfast, or turn it into a BLT.
Add fresh basil, red onion, lettuce or cheese.

Bread with mayonnaise to make a Classic Tomato Sandwich

How to make a tomato sandwich

As much as I love the BLT, this sandwich is truly one of the best ways to enjoy fresh summer tomatoes!

Slice the tomatoes and place them on clean paper towels.
Season the tomatoes with salt and black pepper.
Spread mayonnaise on each slice of bread and layer tomatoes on top.
Top with a second slice of bread and cut in half before serving.

The key to a perfect tomato sandwich is to cut the slices with a serrated knife, creating clean, even slices.

Draining the tomatoes on a paper towel helps absorb excess moisture and prevents the sandwich from getting soggy.

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Classic Tomato Sandwich

A classic Southern tomato sandwich is simply perfect in every bite.

Preparation time 8 minutes

Total time 8 minutes

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Use a serrated knife to cut the tomatoes into ½-inch thick slices.
Place the tomato slices on a paper towel for 1 to 2 minutes to absorb some moisture. Season with salt and pepper.
Meanwhile, spread one side of each slice of bread with mayonnaise.
Layer the tomatoes on half of the bread slices. Place the remaining bread slices on top.
Cut sandwiches in half and serve immediately.

The nutritional information provided is an estimate and will vary depending on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Lunch, Sandwich, Snack

Kitchen American

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