Wednesday, May 2, 2012

A Southern Summer Treat!


I have not been posting for almost a month, because of family issues.  My sweet hubby and I both are very tired, stressed, and  have been spending a lot of quiet time by ourselves until we can fully recover.  Hopefully, we have found a resolution, and one that is good for us and our entire family, especially son Michael.

I have missed blogging, and my blog friends.  I decided today to start out with something simple...a real Southern treat that I have loved all of my life.  It is not a recipe, but just me sharing one of my favorite things!

Our very first tomato of the season was ripe when I went out this morning...so I picked it, and made my myself...and hubby, a "mater sammich"....better known as a tomato sandwich.  Here's what you need:

2 slices of soft, white "store bread"
Duke's mayonnaise
Salt (I am a purist, and do not use pepper. but I give you permission to do so ;) )
1 red, ripe, juicy, delicious, homegrown tomato, sliced.

Just slather the mayo on the bread, add the tomato slices, and add your salt...and pepper, if you insist.  Enjoy

I will post more later.  I am glad to be back.




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14 comments:

  1. NellieMay 2, 2012 at 7:40 PM

    Good to hear from you again, Patsy. I hope everything will be fine with you and the family.
    Tomato sandwiches were the secret of our survival in the summertime when I was growing up.:-)

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  2. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenMay 2, 2012 at 9:15 PM

    It's great to have you back, my sweet friend! You and Bobby deserve a delicious tomato sandwich...yummy comfort food.

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    1. PatsyMay 2, 2012 at 10:11 PM

      It's good to be back. Thanks you. Love you, Miss Kitty!

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  3. AnonymousMay 3, 2012 at 5:45 AM

    Good to have you back! I can't believe you are picking your first tomato when my plants are still only about three inches tall. I have a long wait for my sandwich!

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  4. A Kitchen WitchMay 3, 2012 at 6:01 AM

    I hope things come around for you and your family. I've had a lot going on, too, but hope to be back with some regular posts as well. Like you, we've gotten our first ripened tomatoes this week and they sure put a smile on my face.

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  5. UnknownMay 3, 2012 at 8:05 AM

    I love me some mater sammich! One of my long time favorites! We still have a long wait for our first maters...but I'm looking forward to them! Thanks so much for sharing at the Rock N Share! Blessings.

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  6. KarlaMay 3, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    I love tomato sandwiches. I make my own bread but when the tomatoes are on, I have to go buy a loaf of store-bought white bread. Just not the same on anything else.

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  7. Lisa @ Flour Me With LoveMay 3, 2012 at 2:29 PM

    I can't wait for fresh tomatoes from the garden and to make this sandwich. Thanks so much for sharing at Mix it up Monday :)

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  8. ♥ Mary Janes TEAROOMMay 3, 2012 at 2:54 PM

    Hello Patsy...this Southern treat sounds truly wonderful...thank you for sharing...
    Hope you are feeling better too and feeling the benefit of some quiet time...it always helps me,
    Susan x

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  9. AnonymousMay 4, 2012 at 10:54 PM

    Hi Patsy....I noticed I haven't seen you recently, but did not know you were having family issues. I hope things will get better for everyone soon.

    You may know that my family grew tomatoes in a greenhouse for many years, so my family had enjoyed many tomato sandwiches.

    Thanks for showing even a simple meal can bring joy in times of stress, for meal time is a great way to enjoy family time together. Again, I hope all is well with you.

    Sorry I am so late in visiting....the last few weeks have been crazy for me....but I wanted to stop by to thank you for visiting my party.

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  10. Jana@Transformations From the HeartMay 9, 2012 at 11:25 AM

    I love tomato sandwiches. Nothing but bread, mayo, salt & pepper and of course great vine ripe tomatoes. Nothing says summer more! Simple but yummy. :0)
    You lucky lady~mine don't have tomatoes yet but hopefully soon.
    Your newest follower~can't wait to look through all your recipes.

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  11. BridgetMay 9, 2012 at 12:44 PM

    Patsy its good to see you!
    mater sammich, yum :D my Mum called them that always while we were growing up. God willing Mum will be 80 this july & still makes a mean mater sammich :)

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  12. EllenMay 12, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    As a child, I would eat beefsteak tomatoes like an apple!

    Thanks for visiting me at A Season for All Things. I'm your newest follower and look forward to finding some great recipes!

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