Fried Green Tomatoes
["4 large green tomatoes", "2 c. plain corn meal", "1 1/2 Tbsp. salt", "1/2 c. shortening or cooking oil", "black pepper to taste"]
["Wash tomatoes and pat dry.", "Cut tomatoes in 1/4-inch slices. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.", "Dip each slice in corn meal and lay aside on waxed paper.", "Heat oil.", "Fry tomato slices until golden brown.", "Drain on paper towels.", "Serve hot."]
["green tomatoes", "meal", "salt", "shortening", "black pepper"]