Tomatoes

My favorite thing about summer.

Fresh ripe heirloom tomatoes. Still warm from the sun.

Sweet onion slices

Fresh mozzerella (the soft creamy kind)

Freshly torn basil leaves

A crushed and minced garlic clove

Maybe a little cracked black pepper if you are feeling spicy

Dress with olive oil and red wine or balsamic vinegar

I could eat these all day every day. I use them as a side dish, as a salad, as the basis for a spectacular mozzarella BBT sandwich (bacon, basil, tomato), and I have been known to toss them with leftover spaghetti for a snack.

Summer is the only time of year that I eat uncooked tomatoes and I intend to make the most of it.