Tomatoes Lutece
INGREDIENTS
  • Cooking Time: 0
  • Servings: 8-10
  • Preparation Time: 15
  • 8 firm, ripe tomatoes
  • 1/4 c chopped parsley
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. sugar
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1/4 c olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp. wine vinegar
  • 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
DIRECTIONS
  1. Slice tomatoes into thick, even slices; set aside.
  2. Combine remaining ingredient in small jar; shake well.
  3. Layer tomatoes in a shallow dish, covering each layer with dressing.
  4. Cover tightly.
  5. Let stand at room temperature at least 20 min.
  6. Chill and serve.
  7. Halves easily.
RECIPE BACKSTORY
Don't know if this is from the famous NY restaurant, but it's a delicious way to take advantage of all those wonderful summer tomatoes. I love recipes that let you make a sauce in a jar - such a great time saver.