There is nothing better than a freshtomatojust picked off the vine.

Juicy and sweet, in-season tomatoes really do taste like summer fruit.

I also love Romas because they are perfect for tomato sauces.

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Enjoy these easy summer tomato recipes that are all about making tomatoes the star of the show!

Then, be sure to check out our list of the100 Easiest Recipes you’re able to Make.

Top with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with good quality balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze.

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Cut in half and serve immediately!

Chefs tips:

Looking for more sandwich ideas?

Check out our list of25 Healthy Sandwich Recipes Under 500 Calories.

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Sheet Pan Roasted Tomato & Garlic Sauce

Preheat the oven to 400F.

Drizzle and brush a rimmed baking sheet with extra virgin olive oil.

Drizzle generously with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with Kosher salt and a pinch of chili flakes.

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Roast until soft and beginning to brown, around 20 to 25 minutes.

Let cool slightly then squeeze the garlic out of the skins.

Transfer to a large bowl and using your hands, crush the tomatoes slightly.

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Drizzle light with extra virgin olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper or chili flakes.

Top with freshly grated Parmesan or pecorino cheese.

Arrange mozzarella slices and basil leaves in between the tomato slices.

Sprinkle generously with flaky salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Drizzle generously with olive oil.

If you’re a balsamic fan, drizzle lightly with good quality balsamic vinegar.

Serve with crusty bread or warm focaccia.

BLT Sandwiches with Sweet & Spicy Mayo

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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

Line a rimmed baking sheet large with foil and set a wire rack on top.

Lay 6 slices of thick-sliced bacon in a single layer on the rack.

Bake, rotating tray halfway through, until bacon is golden and crisp, around 25 to 30 minutes.

Transfer to a plate and let cool slightly.

Spread sweet & spicy mayonnaise on 2 slices of lightly toasted sourdough or brioche bread.

Season the tomatoes with Kosher salt and pepper.

Top evenly with bacon, then close sandwiches with the remaining 2 slices of toasted bread.

Cut in half and serve.