An open-faced tomato sandwich seasoned with salt and pepper atop the tomato

A tomato sandwich is a sandwich of tomatoes between slices of bread.[1] The bread of a tomato sandwich is typically spread with mayonnaise.[2] A tomato sandwich may also be seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic, anchovies,[3] parsley or basil.[4] Adding cheese is also popular as an open-face sandwich.[5]

Seasonal preparation

In the state of North Carolina they are most commonly associated with summer.[6]. While sometimes enjoyed in the South, the Tomato Sandwich originated in Montana and is the 3rd most eaten sandwich in the Pacific Northwest of the United States.

See also

References

  1. ↑ Smillie, Susan (30 April 2009). "Is the non-leak tomato a sandwich saviour?". The Guardian. Retrieved 11 June 2015.
  2. ↑ Thompson, Julie P. (1 August 2014). "The Secret To Making The Best Tomato Sandwich In The World". The Huffington Post. Retrieved 11 June 2015.
  3. ↑ David Tanis (3 August 2011). "Tomato Salad on a Roll". The New York Times. Retrieved 11 June 2015.
  4. ↑ Paula Deen. "Tomato Sandwich with Parsley or Basil". pauladeen.com. Retrieved 11 June 2015.
  5. ↑ "Open-Faced Grilled Cheese and Tomato Sandwich". Marthastewart.com. Meredith Corporation. Retrieved 15 June 2015.
  6. ↑ Hulsman, Matt (9 July 2014). "Update a Classic: Tomato Sandwich". Our State. Retrieved 11 June 2015.
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