STUFFED TOMATOES WITH GRITS AND RICOTTA
This recipe makes a great appetizer. I spent a lot of time experimenting with ingredients and finally concluded that this recipe you now see listed turned out to be the best. The grits give a unique texture to the exotic flavors of the Parmesan and Asiago cheeses.
Provided by Peter Alfieri
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes Grits
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small pot combine dry grits, 1 1/2 cups water, and 3/4 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer until grits are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool.
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- Beat the eggs in a large bowl, then stir in the cooled grits, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and Asiago cheese. Stir in the garlic powder, parsley, crushed red pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt. Mix well.
- Slice the top off of each tomato. Use a spoon to hollow out the tomatoes, leaving the outer shells (approximately 1/4 inch thick) intact. Fill each with the grits mixture. Arrange stuffed tomatoes on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in preheated oven until light golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 55.5 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 669.7 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
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Queen CeeCee
cq76@hotmail.comI'm allergic to tomatoes, so I can't eat these stuffed tomatoes. But they look delicious!
Aashrika Mahato
maashrika@yahoo.comThese stuffed tomatoes were too labor intensive for me. I don't think I'll be making them again.
Jonathan Medina
medinaj@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly and the stuffed tomatoes turned out dry. I think I should have cooked them for less time.
Maliha Ji
m47@gmail.comThese stuffed tomatoes were a little bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and salt and they were much better.
Ahmed Hasin
hasin@yahoo.comI'm not a fan of ricotta cheese, so I used cottage cheese instead. The stuffed tomatoes were still delicious.
Ed Bradley
ed.bradley@aol.comI loved the combination of flavors in these stuffed tomatoes. The grits, ricotta, and herbs all worked together perfectly.
Ibrahem ahmed Gaming
gaming.i@yahoo.comThese stuffed tomatoes were easy to make and very delicious. I will definitely be making them again.
fire ball GAMING
fire.b76@yahoo.comI made these stuffed tomatoes for a special occasion dinner and they were a big hit. Everyone raved about them.
Ahad Mia
a_m@hotmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and the stuffed tomatoes turned out great. I will definitely be making them again.
Ram Ekwal Ram Ekwal
r-ekwal48@aol.comThese stuffed tomatoes were a little more work than I expected, but they were worth it. They were so delicious and impressive-looking.
Gohar butt
butt_g@aol.comI'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but I loved these stuffed tomatoes. The stuffing was so good that I could have eaten it on its own.
Kannu_Khan_ Official
okannu_khan_50@gmail.comI had never cooked with grits before, but this recipe made it easy. The grits were creamy and flavorful, and they paired perfectly with the ricotta and tomatoes.
bikash xrstha
x_bikash@hotmail.co.ukI made these for a potluck and they were gone in minutes! Everyone loved them.
Surafel Maseresha
m-s92@aol.comThese stuffed tomatoes were a hit with my family! The combination of grits, ricotta, and fresh herbs was delicious, and the tomatoes were perfectly cooked.