Sliced “Jersey” Tomato Salad

In the opinion of many, especially the author, the best tomatoes come from the truck farms of New Jersey. Get them there if you can, if not, well.......

6 large beefsteak “Jersey” tomatoes, thickly sliced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup finely chopped scallions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
¼ cup red wine vinegar
¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon sugar

Arrange layers of the tomato slices in a serving dish, sprinkling each layer with salt and pepper to taste, scallions and basil. Combine the remaining ingredients by beating or shaking in a jar. Pour over the tomatoes and chill well. Makes 8 servings.

Aunt Carole