Fried Green Tomatoes

• 3 pounds green tomatoes
• 2/3 cup flour
• 2 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp pepper
• 1/4 cup shortening

1. About 30 minutes before serving, cut ½-inch thick slices from 3 pounds green tomatoes.
2. In pie plate, combine flour, salt and pepper.
3. Dip tomato slices in flour mixture to coat well on both sides.
4. In large skillet over medium heat, fry tomato slices, a few at a time, in shortening until golden on both sides and heated through.
5. Drain on paper towels. Serve piping hot with the main course.