Broccoli Tomato Cups Recipe

Broccoli Tomato Cups Recipe
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I had an abundance of tomatoes and broccoli one year, so I began experimenting to see how best I could use both of them. Now this recipe is a family favorite.

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  • 6-8 Servings
  • Prep: 20 min. Bake: 30 min.

Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs, divided
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 6 to 8 medium tomatoes
  • 2 cups chopped broccoli
  • 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  • Combine 1/2 cup of bread crumbs and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese; set aside. Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato; scoop out pulp and place in a strainer to drain. Place tomatoes upside down on paper towels.
  • Cook the broccoli until crisp-tender; drain. Chop tomato pulp and place in a large bowl. Add broccoli, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, salt, pepper and remaining crumbs and Parmesan; mix gently.
  • Stuff tomatoes; place in a greased 11-in. x 7-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30-40 minutes. Yield: 6-8 servings.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 302 calories, 24 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 30 mg cholesterol, 449 mg sodium, 12 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 10 g protein.

Broccoli Tomato Cups published in Country August/September 1995, p49

Tip

Seeding Tomatoes

Summer is the perfect time of year to enjoy fresh juicy tomatoes in all types of recipes. It's usually not necessary to remove the seeds from tomatoes before using. But for some recipes, seeding the tomatoes can improve the dish's appearance or eliminate excess moisture. For example, it's not important to seed tomatoes when preparing a tossed salad. But it's nice to remove the seeds when making creamy tomato soup to ensure a smooth texture. And using seeded tomatoes when assembling a casserole can prevent it from becoming watery. To remove the seeds from a tomato, cut it in half horizontally and remove the stem. Holding a tomato half over a bowl or sink, scrape out seeds with a small spoon or squeeze the tomato to force out the seeds. Then slice or dice as directed in the recipe.

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