Roasted Herbed Tomatoes
A simple summer side dish to complement any entrée, especially Grilled Parchment Steamed Salmon Dressed with Fragrant Fish Rub
Super Simple, Super Tasty 5-Step Recipe
Recipe by: Gabrielle
SERVES: 6
Wine Pairing: 2016 Pietro Family Cellars Sauvignon Blanc, Napa County
PREP TIME: 10 minutes COOK TIME: 10 minutes TOTAL TIME: 20 minutes
INGREDIENTS
- ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp. GC Napa Valley Natural Marjoram Leaves
- 6 medium, firm, ripe tomatoes
- ¼ cup GC Napa Valley Natural Savory Proprietary Blend Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 Tbsp. GC Napa Valley Natural Tuscan Rosemary Finishing Sea Salt
- 1½ tsp. GC Napa Valley Natural Culinary Lavender Tellicherry Pepper
- 2 Tbsp. GC Napa Valley Natural Lemon Olive Oil
TO PREPARE
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees or heat outdoor grill to medium heat.
- Combine cheese, breadcrumbs and marjoram in a small bowl.
- Wash and dry tomatoes. Slice tops off each tomato, about ½” from the top. Place tomatoes in a shallow baking dish.
- Drizzle tomato tops with Savory Extra Virgin Olive Oil and then season with Tuscan Rosemary Finishing Sea Salt and Culinary Lavender Tellicherry Pepper.
- Put baking dish in oven. If using an outdoor grill, place baking dish away from direct heat and close lid. Oven roast/grill for 6-8 minutes or until softened, but still firm. Remove from heat, sprinkle tomato tops with breadcrumb mixture. Return to oven for 4-6 minutes or grill with lid closed for 3-5 minutes. Drizzle with Lemon Olive for a bright finishing flavor.
TO SERVE
A versatile accompaniment to many main courses. We highlighted Grilled Parchment Steamed Salmon Dressed with Fragrant Fish Rub
, but also goes well with other Foodie recipes: Crispy Aromatic Rub Roasted Chicken, Rubbed Leg of Lamb, Seared Filet Mignon with Cabernet Pan Sauce.
SHOPPING LIST
- 1 small wedge, 4 oz. Parmesan cheese
- 1 box Panko breadcrumbs
- 6 medium, firm, ripe tomatoes