PESTO-STUFFED TOMATOES

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Juicy, ripe red tomatoes? Here's a delicious way to enjoy them as well as aromatic fresh basil.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 medium tomatoes (1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds total)
2 tablespoons shredded fresh Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons pine nuts
2 tablespoons chopped fresh or 2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 slices bread, torn into crumbs
1 tablespoon shredded fresh Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cut 1/4-inch slice from stem end of each tomato; scoop out pulp. Discard seeds; chop pulp. Mix pulp, 2 tablespoons cheese, the nuts, basil, oil, garlic salt and pepper. Gently stir in bread crumbs. Fill tomatoes with mixture.
  • Place tomatoes in 4 small custard cups or arrange in circle in shallow round microwavable dish. Cover loosely with waxed paper.
  • Microwave on High 3 to 4 minutes or until tender. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon cheese. Cover and let stand about 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 290 mg

Raju Ahmeeed
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I've never made stuffed tomatoes before, but this recipe made it so easy. The tomatoes turned out perfectly and the pesto was delicious.


Atef Keshk
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These tomatoes are so easy to make, but they look like they took a lot of effort. They're perfect for impressing your guests.


Fasih Ullah
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I love the combination of the sweet tomatoes and the tangy pesto. It's a perfect balance of flavors.


ronnellwrldd
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These tomatoes are the perfect summer appetizer. They're light, refreshing, and full of flavor.


Sirin soshi
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I've made these tomatoes several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious.


Ahmed Dawa
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These tomatoes are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love them!


dg starboy Gowdie
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I made these tomatoes for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious they were.


run uk
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These tomatoes are so pretty and festive. They're perfect for a party or a special occasion.


Mohamed Lamine Stambouli
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can use any type of tomato you like, and you can adjust the amount of pesto to your liking.


Cherni Zahra
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These tomatoes are a great way to use up leftover pesto. They're also a healthy and delicious snack or appetizer.


Jason Joythe
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These tomatoes are so juicy and flavorful. The pesto is the perfect complement.


Said Wali
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I'm not usually a fan of tomatoes, but these stuffed tomatoes are delicious! The pesto really takes them to the next level.


Victoria Thirion
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These tomatoes are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love serving them as an appetizer or as a side dish.


Joseph Ross
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I made these tomatoes for a picnic and they were perfect! They were easy to transport and held up well in the heat.


Haidy Saeed
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy summer meal. The tomatoes are packed with flavor, and the pesto adds a nice touch of richness.


Peter John Henry
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These tomatoes were a huge hit at my last dinner party! Everyone loved the combination of the tangy pesto and the sweet, juicy tomatoes.