4 Tasty Tomato Recipes For Summer

Maybe you’re growing them in your own backyard or picking up a basket at a nearby farmers market. No matter how you get them, tomatoes simply taste better when grown close to home.

Bursting with sweet, tangy flavor, North Carolina tomatoes peak from about mid-July through mid-September. They give you precious limited time to add these juicy local gems to your summertime meals. Take advantage of tomato season while you can. The following recipes are putting tomatoes to good use in four delicious and entirely different ways.

Crostini with Goat Cheese and Tomato Bacon Jam

Is your backyard garden bursting with more ripe tomatoes than you know what to do with? Whip up a batch or two of sweet-savory Tomato Bacon Jam. Spread it on a Crostini with Goat Cheese, sandwiches, grilled cheese or crackers, or use it as a topping for grilled chicken or fish.

Savory Tomato Basil Muffins

Tomato Basil Muffins are packed with sweet grape tomatoes and garden-fresh basil. They make the perfect summer snack or side dish for brunch, lunch or dinner. Serve them up on their own with butter for spreading or alongside a soup or salad to elevate any meal.

Fried Green Tomato Salad with Homemade Buttermilk Dressing

Fried green tomatoes are a staple on any Southern summer menu. Fry your tomatoes to crispy perfection in a cornmeal crust. Then plate them up with fresh mixed greens for a Fried Green Tomato Salad with Homemade Buttermilk Dressing.

Grilled Pork Chops with Caramelized Onions, Cherry Tomatoes and Feta

Enhance plain grilled pork chops with fresh seasonal flavor. Try our Grilled Pork Chops with Caramelized Onions, Cherry Tomatoes and Feta. This easy meal can make any weeknight meal or dinner get-together feel like a special occasion.