STUFFED BAKED TOMATOES

STUFFED   BAKED  TOMATOES

When the tomatoes are in season is the time to make these! My kids use to gobble them up!

         6 medium ripe tomatoes

         Italian Bread crumbs

        Shredded Mozzarella

        Fresh Basil and Parsley-3 tbs chopped of each

        Salt and Pepper to taste

        Butter

        Shredded Cheddar

Cut the top off the tomato. Throw away. Scoop out the insides of the tomatoes. Dice up and put in a medium sized bowl. Add equal amount of cheese to diced tomatoes. Add just enough of Italian Bread crumbs to bind together. Add spices, salt and pepper. Stuff into tomatoes. Top with a pat of butter and shredded cheddar. Place tomatoes in a small baking dish. 

Bake- 350 degrees 15-20 min til hot and bubbly, soft and still holding shape.

or 

Microwave Hi-3-4 minutes, checking for softness, continue in minute intervals until done.

Serve with your favorite steak, chicken or fish dishes!