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Baked Herby Tomatoes Recipe

Experience the magic of these perfectly baked herby tomatoes, inspired by a BBC cooking show featuring the renowned chef Antony Worrall Thompson! Sweet, juicy tomatoes are transformed into a burst of flavor with a savory herby filling. Don't skip the anchovies – they add an umami depth without being fishy! For best results, use similarly sized tomatoes for even cooking and stunning presentation. This recipe is perfect as a side dish or a light appetizer.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 147.4 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Herby Tomatoes

  • 6 medium tomatoes
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 large shallot
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 2 anchovy fillets
  • 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
  • Balsamic vinegar, for drizzling (optional)

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How to Make Baked Herby Tomatoes

  1. Wash tomatoes, dry thoroughly, and cut in half horizontally.
  2. Gently remove the seeds from the tomato halves.
  3. Sprinkle the cut sides of the tomatoes generously with salt and place them cut-side down on paper towels to draw out excess moisture.
  4. Let the tomatoes stand for 20 minutes.
  5. This step prevents mushy tomatoes and intensifies their flavor.
  6. Rinse the tomatoes and pat them completely dry with paper towels.
  7. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Combine shallot, garlic, thyme, olive oil, and anchovy fillets in a mini food processor.
  8. Process until a smooth paste forms.
  9. Transfer the paste to a bowl. Gently fold in the parsley, red pepper flakes, and breadcrumbs until well combined.
  10. Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper, keeping in mind that the anchovies are already salty.
  11. Spoon the herb mixture generously into the cavities of the tomato halves.
  12. Place the stuffed tomatoes cut-side up on a baking sheet.
  13. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the tomatoes are tender and the topping is golden brown.
  14. Transfer the baked tomatoes to a serving dish. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and/or balsamic vinegar, if desired.
  15. Serve hot or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

6g

Carbs

5g

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