Stuffed Tomatoes Gratin
A delightful dish that showcases the vibrant bounty of summer produce, featuring plump tomatoes filled with savory sausage and aromatic herbs, topped with a crispy, golden-brown finish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 large large tomatoes Choose beefsteak or vine-ripened for best flavor.
- 10.5 oz ground sausage Can also substitute with other meats or meat alternatives.
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- several sprigs flat-leaf parsley (chopped)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 slice stale white sandwich bread (crumbled)
- Kosher salt For seasoning and drawing out moisture.
- Black pepper To taste.
- Olive oil For drizzling before baking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut the tops off the tomatoes and hollow them out with a spoon.
- Sprinkle the inside of the hollowed tomatoes with kosher salt and turn them upside down to drain their juices.
- In a bowl, mix together ground sausage, chopped onion, parsley, minced garlic, and crumbled bread. Season with black pepper and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Stuff each hollowed tomato with the sausage mixture and place the tops back on.
Baking
- Arrange the stuffed tomatoes in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 30 minutes.
Notes
Serve individually or family-style. Pair with a mixed greens salad or crusty bread. Best enjoyed within 3 days if stored in the refrigerator.