Southern Tomato & Pimento Cheese Stack



Why you'll love it: Peak-season tomatoes do almost all the work, and this looks far fancier than the effort required.


Ingredients


* 2 large ripe tomatoes

* 1 cup pimento cheese

* 1 avocado, sliced

* Fresh basil leaves

* Fresh cracked black pepper

* Sea salt

* Balsamic glaze (optional)


Instructions


1. Slice the tomatoes about ½-inch thick.

2. Layer tomato slices with pimento cheese and avocado.

3. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.

4. Garnish with basil and drizzle with a little balsamic glaze if desired.

5. Serve chilled with crackers or toasted French bread.