Pugliese-style Stuffed Tomatoes

Pugliese-style Stuffed Tomatoes is a delicious and traditional dish from the Pugliese cuisine, featuring ripe tomatoes filled with a flavorful mixture of breadcrumbs, cheese, and herbs. This dish is perfect for a light and satisfying meal, and it's a great way to showcase the fresh flavors of Puglia.

Pugliese-style Stuffed Tomatoes

Ingredients

  • 4 large ripe tomatoes
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut the tops off the tomatoes and scoop out the seeds and pulp. Sprinkle the insides with salt and let them drain upside down on a paper towel.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  4. Stuff the tomatoes with the breadcrumb mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are tender and the filling is golden brown.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
8g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Baking dish Knife Cutting board

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pugliese-style Stuffed Tomatoes as an appetizer or a side dish alongside grilled meats or fish. They also make a great addition to a picnic or potluck spread.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add chopped olives or capers to the breadcrumb mixture for an extra burst of flavor.

Cost

$8