Fried Green Tomatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Wash tomatoes; remove stem ends.
2. 2
   Cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices.
3. 3
   Combine flour, salt and pepper; dredge tomato slices with flour mixture.
4. 4
   Brown quickly in shortening on one side; turn. Reduce heat and cook until slices are soft in center.
5. 5
   Remove to hot platter; serve hot.
6. 6
   Yields 4 to 5 servings.