Cheddar Stuffed Tomatoes

Ripe vine tomatoes are hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture of sharp cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, and fresh herbs. Baked until the tomatoes are tender and the cheese filling is bubbly and golden, they make for a stunning appetizer or a light vegetarian main. This dish offers a elegant and flavorful way to enjoy the classic combination of tomatoes and cheese.

Prep 5 minCook 13 minTotal 18 minUpdated Jul 3, 202618 minLow CarbVegetarianGluten Free

Ripe vine tomatoes are hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture of sharp cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, and fresh herbs. Baked until the tomatoes are tender and the cheese filling is bubbly and golden, they make for a stunning appetizer or a light vegetarian main. This dish offers a elegant and flavorful way to enjoy the classic combination of tomatoes and cheese.

Ingredients

  • 182 g Tomato, ripe
  • 1/4 tsp Butter, salted
  • 1/2 medium onion Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup Breadcrumb
  • 2 tbsp Sharp Cheddar Cheese, grated
  • 1 tbsp Parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper, ground

Instructions

  1. Place rack in upper part of oven and preheat oven to 400ºF. Lightly butter a shallow baking dish large enough to hold 8 tomato halves.
  2. Pull off stems and cut tomatoes in half crosswise. With a teaspoon, scoop out and discard the seeds. Lightly salt interiors of tomatoes and set upside-down on paper towels to drain.
  3. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Turn up the heat to medium-high, add bread crumbs and continue stirring until crumbs are golden, about 5 minutes longer.
  5. Transfer the crumb mixture to a bowl and stir in cheese, parsley, salt and pepper. Spoon mixture into tomato halves and set in prepared dish.
  6. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until tomatoes are tender and filling is lightly browned on top. Serve and enjoy!

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