Ingredients: 2 slices soft white bread1 large ripe tomato, sliced thick2β3 tbsp mayonnaiseSalt, to tasteFreshly ground black pepper, to taste1 tbsp chopped fresh basil, optional1 tbsp softened butter, optionalMethod: Wash and slice the tomato into thick, juicy slices.Lightly toast the bread if desired, or keep it soft for the classic version.Spread a generous layer of mayonnaise on both slices of bread.Arrange the tomato slices evenly over one slice.Season generously with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.Add fresh basil if desired.Place the second slice of bread on top and gently press together.Cut in half and serve immediately.π Tip: Use ripe, juicy summer tomatoes and good-quality mayonnaiseβthe simpler this sandwich is, the better it tastes!
π Classic Tomato Sandwich π
