Broiled Tomato and Herb Butter Bread Crumble

Ingredients

- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 4 large tomatoes, ripe and firm

Instructions

1. Prepare the Oven: Preheat your broiler. If you have settings, choose the highest setting to ensure a quick, even broil. Allow it to heat up for at least 5 minutes before cooking.

2. Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and 2 tablespoons of finely chopped fresh parsley. Ensure the mixture is well-blended and set aside.

3. Prepare Breadcrumb Mix: In a separate mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of breadcrumbs with half of the butter mixture. Mix until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.

4. Prepare the Tomatoes: Wash the tomatoes thoroughly. Cut each tomato in half horizontally and scoop out a small portion of the inside without removing too much flesh. This will create a slight cavity for the butter and crumb filling.

5. Fill the Tomatoes: Place the tomato halves on a broiling pan, cut side up. Spread a thin layer of the remaining butter mixture over each tomato half. Top with the prepared breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure it adheres.

6. Broil: Place the broiling pan under the hot broiler. Broil for 6-8 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden and crispy and the tomatoes are heated through yet still firm. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.

7. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the broiler. Allow to cool for a minute before transferring to a serving platter. Garnish with additional fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm for a delightful and elegant lunch.

Preparation & Cooking Times

PT10M
10 minutes preparation

PT8M
8 minutes cooking

Total Time

PT18M
18 minutes total

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Tomato recipe, Broiled tomatoes, Herb butter, Bread crumb topping, Easy lunch, Vegetarian lunch, Tomato appetizers, Quick recipe, Gourmet lunch, Simple ingredients

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

400 total calories for the entire dish

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