Broiled Tomatoes Parmesan Recipe

• 2 med ripe tomatoes - (12 to 14 ounce total)
• 1 x garlic clove chopped
• 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil (or possibly 1 tspn dry basil)
• 1/4 tsp freshly-grnd black pepper
• 1/2 c. fresh soft bread crumbs (or possibly 1 slice bread, crumbled)
• 1 Tbsp. freshly-grated Parmesan cheese (preferably imported)

1. Cut the tomatoes in half crosswise.
2. Gently squeeze out and throw away the seeds.
3. Place the tomatoes cut-side up on a boiler pan prepared with nonstick pan spray.
4. Combine the garlic, oil, basil, and pepper in a small bowl.
5. Brush proportionately over the cut surfaces of the tomatoes.
6. Broil 6 inches from the heat source till warm, about 5 min.
7. While the tomatoes are broiling, combine the crumbs and cheese in a small bowl; sprinkle proportionately over the tops of the warm tomatoes.
8. Return to the broiler till the crumbs are browned, about 2 min.
9. Serve immediately.
10. This recipe yields 4 servings.
11. Serving size: 1/2 tomato.

tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, fresh basil, black pepper, fresh soft bread crumbs, parmesan cheese

Taken from cookeatshare.com/recipes/broiled-tomatoes-parmesan-93453 (may not work)