There's nothing like the tangy smell of a great big red tomato, especially one fresh from the garden. We planted our garden a few weeks ago, and I can't wait for all those delicious juicy tomatoes. Then Mrs. Peggy Cantrell of Smithville shares her Jewish Brownies. The Open Faced Bacon Surprise Sandwich is a recipe that I duplicate, and is based on something similar to what I used to order from a FIVE-STAR restaurant in Ft. My mother worked there when I was a child, and I was 9 years old when I developed it.
Diners are pleasantly surprised to find the slightly warm tomatoes hiding under the cheese.
All you need is a knife and fork but feel free to serve it with a tossed spinach salad and vinegarette dressing, plus a small dish of cottage cheese topped with pineapple slices. On oven safe plates, place two slices of trimmed toast, side by side and top with 4 slices of crisp cooked bacon, top with 2 slices of tomatoes, a sprinkle of salt and 2 slices of cheese. Place under a 450 degree broiler for just a few minutes until the cheese is melted and slightly browned in spots. Remove and top with a teaspoon of mayonnaise, serve immediately. Be sure to tell your guests to be careful of hot plates.