Green tomatoes
1 egg
Sprinkle of black pepper
1 c. buttermilk
1 c. corn meal
Salt

Select mature green tomatoes that are just beginning to ripen. Remove the blossom end, stem and core. Slice crosswise about 1/4 inch thick. Dip slices in egg and buttermilk mixture. Batter in corn meal and fry in hot oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towel. Do not stack on platter or they will become soggy.