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Provencal tomatoes

Recipe Information

Description:
Provencal tomatoes is a delicious French recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 30 minutes of prep time and about 20 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 50 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 5 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 5
Preparation Time 30 Minutes
Cook Time 20 Minutes
Total Time 50 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Tomatoes
Category Fruit
Meal Dinner
Type Appetizer; Side Dish
Cuisine French
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 3 large firm ripe tomatoes

  • 1 teaspoon dried herbes de Provence

  • 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

  • 2 tablespoons parsley, freshly chopped

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling

  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

  • 1 cup bread crumbs, preferably homemade

  • 2 tablespoons minced shallots

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 400°F.

  • Core the tomatoes and cut them crosswise in half. Gently squeeze each half into a bowl or sink, removing the seeds and juice. Arrange the halves in a shallow baking dish with the sliced side up. Season with salt and pepper.

  • Stir together the shallots, breadcrumbs, herbes de Provence, parsley, and Parmesan cheese. Add 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil to moisten the mixture. Toss to coat evenly.

  • Place a heap of stuffing on the tomatoes and gently pack the tomatoes. Place a loose mound of stuffing on top. Drizzle with olive oil.

  • Bake the tomatoes for 20 minutes, or until the tops are nicely browned. Tomatoes should be hot but still maintain their structure. Serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 244 cal

  • Total fat: 15g

  • Saturated fat: 3g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 3mg

  • Sodium: 716mg

  • Potassium: 0g

  • Carbohydrate: 21g

  • Fiber: 4g

  • Protein: 8g