Unexpected additions like edible flowers will also help set the plate apart and make any meal feel extra special. While the BLT sandwich will be the star of the show, serving a sandwich on its own ...

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Arrange tomato slices on a plate and drizzle generously with oil. Season with salt, pepper and a squeeze of lemon. Turn slices over and season on all sides.

make sure to drain the strips on a paper towel-lined plate before using them — removing this extra grease is also beneficial.