Broiled Celery And Cherry Tomatoes With Shaved Parmesan Recipes

BROILED TOMATOES

Steps:

• Preheat your broiler on high. Position an oven rack 6 inches below the heating element (not directly below).
• Cut the tomatoes in half. Cut a tiny sliver from the bottom of each half, so that the tomatoes can stand upright without wobbling.
• Spray the tomatoes all over with olive oil. Place them on a broiler-safe rimmed baking dish, cut side up.
• Sprinkle the tomatoes with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme. Top with Parmesan, 2 tablespoons for each tomato half.
• Broil until the cheese is golden brown, 3-5 minutes.

BROILED TOMATOES

Steps:

• Place an oven rack 6 inches from the top of the oven, preheat the broiler, and and arrange tomato slices on a foil-lined baking sheet.
• Combine olive oil, basil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl and brush onto the tops of the tomatoes.
• Combine bread crumbs, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese in a small bowl and sprinkle the mixture over the tomatoes.
• Place under the broiler until topping starts to brown, 3 to 4 minutes, checking frequently to avoid burning.
• Transfer tomatoes to a plate, drizzle with balsamic vinegar, and serve.

BLISTERED CHERRY TOMATOES WITH PARMESAN YOGURT AND TOASTED BREAD

Steps:

• Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat the broiler.
• Put the tomatoes in a large, cold skillet with the oil, garlic, thyme, 3/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook over medium heat until the tomato skins have just burst, about 20 minutes.
• Brush the bread with oil from the skillet and toast under the broiler, turning until golden on both sides, about 1 minute.
• Stir together the yogurt, Parmesan and capers if using. Season with salt and a few grind of pepper.
• Slather the toasts with the Parmesan-yogurt and top with the tomatoes and a few grinds of pepper.

BAKED CHERRY TOMATOES WITH PARMESAN TOPPING

Steps:

• Pour oil into 13x9x2-inch broilerproof ceramic baking dish.
• Add tomatoes, turn to coat with oil.
• Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
• Top with parsley and cheese.
• Preheat oven to 400.
• Bake tomatoes just until plump and shiny but not split, about 10 minutes.
• Preheat broiler.
• Broil until tomatoes begin to split and cheese begins to color, about 2 minutes.
• Serve hot or warm.

CELERY AND PARMESAN SALAD

Steps:

• At least 1 hour before you plan to serve the salad, whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, 1/4 cup of lemon juice, the shallots, celery seed, celery salt, anchovy paste, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Place the celery in a mixing bowl and toss it with the remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. (Even though these ingredients are in the dressing, believe me-this step makes a difference.) Add enough dressing to moisten well. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the celery to crisp and the flavors to develop.
• When ready to serve, arrange the celery on a platter, shave the Parmesan onto the celery with a vegetable peeler, then sprinkle with walnuts, parsley leaves, salt, and pepper and serve immediately.

BRAISED CELERY WITH PARMESAN

Steps:

• Peel the tough, fibrous layers from the outer celery ribs. Split the ribs lengthwise and cut into 2 to 3-inch long pieces. Chop 2 tablespoons of the celery leaves, save the rest for other uses¿they are great in salads.
• Put the celery, broth, olive oil, garlic, celery seeds, and thyme in a medium skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Bring the liquid to a boil over high heat, and then adjust the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Place a circle of parchment paper directly on the vegetables or set a lid slightly ajar on the skillet. Cook until the celery is tender but not mushy, about 15 minutes. Transfer the vegetables to a serving dish, and reduce the cooking liquid to a saucy glaze. Remove the thyme sprig, and pour the cooking liquid over the celery, sprinkle with the cheese, and serve.

BROILED PARMESAN TOMATOES

Steps:

• Preheat a broiler according to manufacturer's recommendations. Line a baking sheet or small sheet pan with aluminum foil.
• Slice tomatoes in half crossways. Slice thin slices off of the round part of the tomato halves so they will sit straight on the pan.
• Place tomato halves on the prepared pan and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste.
• Place seasoned tomatoes under the broiler and broil about 4 minutes. Be sure to watch carefully, so they won't burn.
• Sprinkle 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese on each tomato half, and return to the broiler.
• Broil until Parmesan cheese is melted and bubbly, 45 seconds to 1 minute.
• Transfer broiled tomatoes on a plate or serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm.