BAKED TOMATO HALVES

SERVES 4

We love tomatoes, especially fresh from our garden. This is a delicious and easy way to use some. It even brings out the best in the hothouse varieties that are available in the off-seasons. Have fun experimenting with different toppings.

INGREDIENTS

2 large, firm tomatoes, halved horizontally

Fresh or dried basil

Fresh or dried parsley

Salt and pepper to taste

Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Olive oil

Preheat oven to 375° F. Place the tomato halves, cut side up, in a small, shallow baking dish. Sprinkle each half with the basil, parsley, salt, pepper and cheese. Drizzle a little olive oil on top. Bake, uncovered, for approximately 30 minutes. If desired, place under the broiler to further brown the top. Let cool slightly, about 5 minutes, before serving.

Notes: If you do not have large tomatoes, use 4 small tomatoes and keep whole, cutting off just the top for a cut surface.

Use your browser's BACK button to return to previous page
or go to the RECIPE INDEX.