Betty's Cheddar Topped Baked Tomatoes
Instructions
Sprinkle cut sides of 6 tomatoes with about teaspoon salt. Place tomatoes in an ovenproof baking dish and set aside. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons melted butter, cup fine, dry bread crumbs, cup shredded Cheddar cheese, tablespoon fresh chopped basil, and 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper, if desired. With your hands, carefully place 1/6 of the mixture on top of each of the cut, salted tomatoes. Bake at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes, or until tomatoes are thoroughly heated and topping is melted and crunchy. Serve immediately. I served mine with Herbed Corn on the Cob and Grilled Ribeye Steaks with Thyme Caramelized Onions. I will upload the entre portion of the meal tomorrow. I hope you enjoy the Cheddar-Topped Baked Tomatoes! --Betty
