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THE RUNAWAY SPOON’S FAVORITE FRESH TOMATO RECIPES

Can anything beat a fresh from the vine summer tomato? I’ve got many delicious ways to make the most of the those delicious in season jewels.

BREAD

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Fresh Tomato Buttermilk Biscuits

Classic buttermilk biscuits made with fresh tomatoes for a perfect summer twist.

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Fresh Tomato Basil Bread

The perfect loaf for summer bursting with fresh tomato and basil. Fabulous with butter, in a sandwich or as a base for crostini or toast.

STARTERS

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Salmarejo with Frozen Olive Oil (Chilled Spanish Tomato Soup)

Simple to prepare Spanish cold soup made with fresh tomatoes, garnished with frozen olive oil.

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Burrata with Smoky Tomato Jam

Creamy burrata cheese nestled in a smoky fresh tomato jam.

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Whipped Burrata with Tomato Caprese

Burrata cheese whipped to a creamy spread with a fresh cherry tomato, garlic oregano and basil topping.

SHOWSTOPPERS

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Simple French Style Tomato Tart

A simply perfect summer tomato tart with fresh tomatoes, mustard, gruyere and herbs de provence.

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Fresh tomatoes stuffed with a creamy summer squash souffle filling.

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Cherry Tomatoes in Cream

Beautiful cherry tomatoes stewed in butter and cream make a fresh but decadent dish.

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Baked Zucchini and Tomatoes

Fresh summer zucchini and tomatoes in a simple to prepare but packed with flavor dish.

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Savory Tomato Frangipane Tart

Savory almond, garlic, herb and parmesan filling packed with ripe cherry tomatoes in a delicious tart.

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Fire and Ice Tomatoes

Marinated fresh tomatoes, peppers and onions in a tangy dressing.

SWEET

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Green Tomato Vanilla Cake

Lovely, old-fashioned tender cake with a charming hint of green tomato.

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I'm P.C. I think I am like most people. Somewhere in the middle between food snob and food schlub. Just being in the kitchen makes me happy. I live, mostly in my kitchen, in my hometown of Memphis, Tennessee.

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