Cheddar Tomatoes

These Warm tomatoes filled with delectable, cheesy goodness make for a delicious side.

PREP TIME
30 Minutes
EGG TEMP
400°F/204°C
COOK TIME
30 Minutes
SERVINGS
4-8
CORE INGREDIENT
Fruit
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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cups (60 ml) chopped fresh parsley 
  • 1/2 cups (120 ml) sharp or extra sharp cheddar, grated 
  • 1/4 teaspoons (1.3 ml) salt 
  • 2 teaspoons (10 ml) minced garlic 
  • 2 cups (480 ml) fresh breadcrumbs (about 4 slices firm white bread) 
  • 1/2 cups (120 ml) finely chopped onion 
  • 1/4 teaspoons (1.3 ml) ground black pepper 
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) salted butter 
  • large ripe tomatoes 

Instructions

Step 1

Set the EGG for indirect cooking with the convEGGtor at 400°F/204°C.

Step 2

Lightly butter shallow baking dish large enough to hold 8 tomato halves.

Step 3

Pull off stems and cut tomatoes in half crosswise. With teaspoon, scoop out and discard seeds. Lightly salt interiors and set upside-down on paper towels to drain.

Step 4

Place the Paella Pan on the cooking grid, add & melt the butter in the pan. Add onion and garlic and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Increase heat to 425°F/218°C. Add bread crumbs and continue stirring until crumbs are golden, about 5 minutes longer.

Step 6

Transfer crumb mixture to bowl and stir in cheese, parsley, salt and pepper. Spoon mixture into tomato halves and set in prepared dish.

Step 7

Bake for about 15 minutes, or until tomatoes are tender and filling is lightly browned on top.

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