Broiled Tomatoes Parmesan - 2 Guiding Stars
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This easy side dish adds a sense of elegance to any dinner. It’s the perfect way to enjoy garden-fresh tomatoes in August, when their flavors are at their peak.

Ingredients

  • 2 tomatoes
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp. olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp. basil
  • ¼ tsp. pepper
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 Tbsp. grated Parmesan

Directions

  1. Cut the tomatoes in half crosswise. Gently squeeze out and discard seeds. Place the tomatoes cut side up on a broiler pan prepared with cooking spray.
  2. Combine the garlic, oil, basil, and pepper in a small bowl. Brush evenly over the cut surfaces of the tomatoes. Broil on high on the top rack until soft (5 minutes).
  3. While the tomatoes are broiling, combine the crumbs and cheese in a small bowl; sprinkle evenly over the tops of the hot tomatoes. Return to the broiler until the crumbs are browned (2 minutes).
Nutritional analysis per serving: Calories 55; Total Fat 3g (4% Daily Value); Saturated Fat 0.5g (3% DV); Trans Fat 0g; Cholesterol 1mg (0% DV); Sodium 55mg (2% DV); Total Carbohydrate 6g (2% DV); Dietary Fiber 1.5g (5% DV); Total Sugars 2g; Includes 0g Added Sugars (1% DV); Protein 2g; Vitamin D 0% DV; Calcium 4% DV; Iron 6% DV; Potassium 4% DV; Vitamin K 15% DV; Biotin 10% DV; Vitamin C 10% DV.
Recipe by Guiding Stars at https://guidingstars.com/recipes/broiled-tomatoes-parmesan/
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