Fried Green Tomatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Sprinkle sliced tomatoes with sugar, let stand about 15 minutes.
2. 2
   Combine flour, salt and pepper and coat tomato slices.
3. 3
   Melt 2 tbsp butter in skillet.
4. 4
   Brown tomatoes slowly on both sides.
5. 5
   Remove each batch to oven proof platter and keep in oven until all tomatoes are cooked.
6. 6
   Add more butter if needed.
7. 7
   For crisp slices, serve as is.
8. 8
   Or add 1/2 cup light cream or dairy half and half to skillet. Heat, stirring into drippings, and pour over tomatoes.