SCALLOPED BASIL TOMATOES

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If your garden is flooded with tomatoes, be sure to try this scrumptious baked side dish from Edna Apostol of Savannah, Missouri, "It goes over big at family, church and club dinners," she assures. Cubes of French bread are combined with mildly seasoned tomatoes, then sprinkled with Parmesan cheese and bakes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 plum tomatoes
2 cups cubed crustless French bread (1/2-inch cubes)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Peel tomatoes and cut into 1/2-in. cubes; drain. In a large nonstick skillet, cook bread in oil over medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until lightly browned. Add the tomatoes, sugar and garlic; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Stir in the salt, pepper and basil. , Pour into a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 325mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Sharif Bonyoko
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up fresh tomatoes.


Dipshan Gauli
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I was a little skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it. The tomatoes were delicious!


Amexbananex
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These tomatoes are so easy to make and they're always a hit. I love serving them with grilled chicken or fish.


Ritah misanya
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I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed these. The basil and garlic really balanced out the flavor.


Abraham Ketema
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These tomatoes are a great way to add some color and flavor to your plate. They're also a healthy and easy side dish.


Catrina Tetrault
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I love the way the basil and garlic flavors meld together in this dish. It's a simple but delicious side dish.


Sharon Sims
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These tomatoes are the perfect side dish for any summer gathering. They're light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


Irfan Nafri
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up fresh tomatoes.


Marisol Farfan
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I was a little skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it. The tomatoes were delicious!


Pampusi Mkabane
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These tomatoes are so easy to make and they're always a hit. I love serving them with grilled chicken or fish.


JoLaunda E Osborne
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I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed these. The basil and garlic really balanced out the flavor.


ongeri sammie 254
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I made these tomatoes for a potluck and they were gone in minutes! Everyone loved them.


MD Rafiul Islam
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These tomatoes are the perfect addition to any summer cookout. They're light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


Bmw King
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I love the simplicity of this dish. Just a few fresh ingredients and you have a delicious side dish.


Purna Thapa
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I've made these tomatoes several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. So easy to make, too!


Cafe Boy
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These tomatoes were a hit at my last dinner party! The basil and garlic flavors really shined through.