How to Make Baked Stuffed Tomatoes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Nothing says summer quite like a juicy, ripe tomato. And when it comes to a delicious and filling dish that showcases the bright and fresh flavors of this beloved fruit, it's hard to beat Baked Stuffed Tomatoes. This classic recipe takes the humble tomato and elevates it to a whole new level with a savory and satisfying filling that's sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.

Whether you're looking for a tasty side dish to accompany a grilled meal or a vegetarian main course that's ...

Read more Snack recipes

Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon
  • 6 medium tomatoes
  • ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ⅓ cup croutons
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 sprigs parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 11x7 inch baking dish.
  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside. While bacon is cooking, wash tomatoes and slice off stem ends. Gently scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/2 inch wall. Finely chop pulp and place 1/3 cup of it in a medium bowl. You may discard remaining pulp.
  • Stir crumbled bacon, green pepper, cheese, croutons, and salt and pepper into tomato pulp. Spoon an equal amount of mixture into each hollowed out tomato. Place stuffed tomatoes into prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until heated through. Garnish with parsley sprigs.
  • Nutrition

    196 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 22mg
    • Sodium: 332mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 75mg
    • Calcium: 86mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 582mg