Feb 8, 2011

Ricotta-Basil Stuffed Tomatoes


I think when I was browsing recipes I got caught up in how pretty these looked and forgot I don't really like tomatoes.  The plus side is that Mr. Kitchin really loved these.  I loved the filling, but wasn't digging the tomato shell.  I think next time I might stuff the filling into a bell pepper.  These bad boys are super low-calorie and high in protein.  Makes eight servings.

Ingredients:
  • 8 Large, Beefsteak Tomatoes
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 Cup Low-Fat Ricotta Cheese
  • 1/4 Cup Finely Chopped Red Onion
  • 1/4 Cup Fresh Basil, Chopped
  • 2 Tbsp. + 6 Tbsp. Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 Clove Garlic, Minced
  • 1 Cup Corn Kernels
  • 1 Cup Zucchini, Diced
  • 24 Thin Zucchini Slices
  • 2 Cups Morningstar Farms Crumbles, Cooked

Directions:
  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Slice tops off tomatoes and hollow out, setting pulp aside.
  • Discard half of pulp and rinse the other half to remove seeds and mush.
  • Chop remaining pulp and set aside.
  • Whisk together eggs and ricotta.
  • Add in onions, basil, garlic, and 2 tbsp. cheese.
  • Mix in corn, zucchini, and crumbles.
  • Spoon mixture into hollowed out tomatoes until full.
  • Top each tomato with 1/2 tbsp. cheese and three zucchini slices.
  • Add tomato tops back on and bake for 45 minutes or until tops are browned.
  • Allow to cool 10 minutes before serving.


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