Here's a tasty recipe to try:
Ingredients:
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as basil, parsley, or thyme)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish that can hold all four tomatoes.
Cut the tops off the tomatoes and carefully scoop out the pulp and seeds, leaving a hollow tomato cup. You can use a spoon for this task.
In a mixing bowl, combine the fresh breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped herbs, minced garlic, and olive oil. Mix everything together until well combined.
Season the mixture with salt and pepper according to your taste.
Stuff each hollowed tomato with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing it gently to pack it in.
Place the stuffed tomatoes in the greased baking dish.
Bake the tomatoes in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown, and the tomatoes are cooked and tender.
Once baked, remove the tomatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Baked Stuffed Tomatoes make a delightful side dish or a light vegetarian main course. The combination of juicy tomatoes with the flavorful breadcrumb and cheese stuffing is simply mouthwatering. You can also experiment with different herbs and cheeses to suit your taste preferences.
Enjoy these delicious baked tomatoes as a delightful addition to any meal, and feel free to get creative with the filling to make it your own!