Baked Tomato Heaven
Elevate your dining experience with "Baked Tomato Heaven," a dish that delivers the perfect blend of rustic Italian flavors and comfort food vibes. This savory recipe features juicy, ripe tomatoes hollowed out and stuffed with a delectable mixture of garlicky breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil, topped with melty mozzarella for a golden finish. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick 25-minute bake, this dish is a breeze to make and promises to wow as a flavorful appetizer or side dish. Bursting with Mediterranean-inspired goodness and enhanced by a touch of oregano, this baked masterpiece pairs perfectly with crusty bread or a fresh green salad. Perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings, "Baked Tomato Heaven" is your new go-to recipe for a crowd-pleasing tomato bake.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces large ripe tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic
- 10 pieces fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 cups breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cups mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the tops off the tomatoes and scoop out the seeds and pulp using a spoon. Place the hollowed tomatoes in a greased baking dish.
In a small bowl, mince the garlic and chop the basil leaves finely. Combine them with the olive oil, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Fill each tomato with the prepared breadcrumb mixture, packing it tightly into each hollow space.
Top each stuffed tomato with shredded mozzarella cheese, dividing it evenly among the tomatoes.
Drizzle a little olive oil over the tops for an extra golden finish.
Bake the tomatoes in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden, and the tomatoes are soft but still holding their shape.
Remove the dish from the oven and let the tomatoes cool slightly for a few minutes. Garnish with additional fresh basil if desired.
Serve warm as a stunning appetizer or a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
322 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.5 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 36 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 872 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.7 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 311 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 507 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
