9 Ways with Green Tomatoes

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Fried green tomatoes are a true Southern classic food. They are even so popular that there are a book and a movie named after them. But to truly enjoy these delicious treats, you need fantastic green tomato recipes. These recipes show you how to cook with green tomatoes. Whether you simply want a plate of fried deliciousness with a recipe for Fried Green Tomatoes, or you'd prefer your green tomatoes as a garnish on a four-napkin burger, these green tomato recipes will have you slicing and frying in an instant. So celebrate the fried green tomato with an at-home take on a Southern classic when you fill your plate with Fried Green Tomatoes with Shrimp Rémoulade, or let those slices be the main attraction in your Fried Green Tomato Po'boys. Learn how to cook with green tomatoes and you will be on the road to making meals the Southern way.

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Fried Green Tomatoes with Buttermilk-Feta Dressing

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Recipe: Fried Green Tomatoes with Buttermilk-Feta Dressing

Fried green tomatoes are a Southern delicacy. Add this recipe to your repetoire for a no-fail crowd pleaser that will be a winner with friends and family no matter what the occasion. When you're looking for a more powerful flavor in the dressing, substitute blue cheese for the feta. Don't skimp when it comes to the dill—you'll love the fresh flavor.

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Burgers with Green Tomato Mayonnaise

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Recipe: Burgers with Green Tomato Mayonnaise

This is a fabulous new way to add even more tomato flavor to a great burger. Try the tangy, chunky mayo on fish sandwiches and crab cakes too.

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Green Tomato Soup with Lump Crabmeat

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Recipe: Green Tomato Soup with Lump Crabmeat

Make this vibrant, peppery soup and easy crab salad up to a day ahead, and then stash them in the fridge to chill.

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Fried Green Tomatoes

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Recipe: Fried Green Tomatoes

It doesn't get much more Southern than a plate of Fried Green Tomatoes. Great on sandwiches, in salads, or plain, this is a recipe every Southern cook should master.

Cooking Video: Fried Green Tomatoes

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Fried Green Tomato Po'boys

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Recipe: Fried Green Tomato Po'boys

Recipe: Rémoulade Sauce

Try a BLT version. Layer a French baguette with Rémoulade Sauce, shredded lettuce, bacon, avocado slices, and Fried Green Tomatoes.

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Green Tomato Salsa

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Recipe: Green Tomato Salsa

The tangy-sweet taste of this quick, colorful salsa pairs perfectly with grilled chicken, pork, or crisp-fried catfish.

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Fried Green Tomatoes with Shrimp Rémoulade

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Recipe: Fried Green Tomatoes with Shrimp Rémoulade

Ice-cold shrimp top sizzling-hot fried green tomatoes in this easy at-home spin on the classic recipe created by New Orleans' Upperline Restaurant.

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Grilled Green Tomatoes Caprese

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Recipe: Grilled Green Tomatoes Caprese

Ciao, y'all! Green tomatoes go from the frying pan into the fire with a Southern-Italian twist. Using white (rather than brown) balsamic vinegar in the marinade brightens the color of the grilled tomatoes, but the salad's flavor is extraordinary with either.

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Sweet Green Tomato Cornmeal Muffins

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Recipe: Sweet Green Tomato Cornmeal Muffins

These muffins are great served with fresh basil butter. Simply stir together 1/2 cup softened butter and 2 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh basil.

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9 Ways with Green Tomatoes

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Fried Green Tomatoes with Buttermilk-Feta Dressing

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