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The best way to buy a Hanover tomato is from a local farmers' market, like Pole Green Produce. If you don't live in Hanover County, VA you can always use a regular tomato (but it won't be as sweet!)

If you buy your tomatoes a little green, you can ripen them yourself in a windowsill with sunlight.

When they are a beautiful red, they are ripe! (About a few days later.)

Slice the tomato.

Arrange tomatoes on a plate.

Spread mayo on each tomato.

Add pepper.

Sprinkle with basil and enjoy!