Baked Tomatoes Recipe π
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Description:
Baked Tomatoes are a delightful dish, especially when your garden is bursting with ripe tomatoes, seemingly all at once! This recipe is ideal for utilizing those large beefsteak tomatoes that are so abundant. Plus, it’s incredibly easy and can be scaled up for larger gatherings or to accommodate even more tomatoes from your garden harvest.
Ingredients:
- 2 large beefsteak tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons dried basil
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon dill weed
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
- 2 tablespoons butter, diced
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 124
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.7g
- Cholesterol: 10.1mg
- Sodium: 136mg
- Carbohydrates: 17.6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 5.8g
- Protein: 3.6g
Directions:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C). |
| 2 | Start by preparing the tomatoes. Remove the stem ends without cutting into the flesh. |
| 3 | Carefully cut the tomatoes in half horizontally, creating two equal halves. |
| 4 | Place the tomato halves, cut side up, in a shallow baking dish or casserole. Arrange them evenly to fit snugly. |
| 5 | Sprinkle the tomatoes with salt, pepper, and the dried basil. |
| 6 | Distribute the fresh basil, dill weed, and fresh dill evenly over the tomatoes. |
| 7 | Sprinkle the celery seed on top for an added burst of flavor. |
| 8 | Dot the diced butter over the tomatoes, ensuring each half gets a little bit of buttery goodness. |
| 9 | Place the baking dish or casserole in the preheated oven. Bake the tomatoes at 375Β°F (190Β°C) for about 15 minutes, or until they are tender and fragrant. |
| 10 | Once done, remove the baked tomatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the delicious flavors and aromas of freshly baked tomatoes! |
Whether as a side dish or a light meal on its own, these Baked Tomatoes are sure to please your taste buds and make the most of your garden’s bounty. They’re quick, easy, and bursting with flavor β perfect for any occasion!
