Ingredients

• 6 medium size tomatoes
• 1 shallot (optional but will taste nicer)
• 2 garlic cloves
• 6 sprigs of fresh thyme
• 1 large handful of fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup of bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper

Steps

• Step 1

  Preheat oven to 350°F – 180°C.

• Step 2

  Wash and remove the core of each tomato.  Cut tomatoes in half and remove seeds by scooping out with a spoon or melon baller.  (optional) Sprinkle a little salt.

• Step 3

  Peel and finely chop the shallot and add to a mixing bowl. Add the garlic cloves minced or grated.  Strip the leaves from thyme stems and chop finely, add to bowl. Chop the parsley, add to bowl. Add the breadcrumbs, add 3/4 of the grated cheese, season with salt and pepper.  Add olive oil and mix well until all ingredients are well combined.

• Step 4

  Scoop mixture with a spoon and fill each tomato.  Pack them firmly and top with more grated Parmesan cheese.  Bake in oven for 25 minutes at 350°F – 180°C.

• Step 5

  Rest 5 to 10 minutes before serving

Little Tips

Prepare them in advance, simply cover and refrigerate.

You can add oregano for more herb flavour.