Fried Green Tomatoes Italian

Yield: 4-6 servings
3 large, very firm green tomatoes
3/4 cup white corn meal
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
4 eggs
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan or Romano cheese, or a combination of both
1 cup vegetable oil

1. Slice the tomatoes approximately 14-inch thick. Combine the flour and salt in a small paper or plastic bag and toss the slices until coated.
2. Beat the eggs with the cheese and dip the tomato slices into it after shaking away any excess flour.
3. Toss the tomatoes again in the flour/salt mixture.
4. Fry in a skillet over medium-high heat until brown on both sides. Drain on paper toweling. Sprinkle with more Parmesan/Romano cheese.

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