Tomatoes Broiled With Goat Cheese And Basil Recipes

BROILED TOMATOES WITH GOAT CHEESE

Steps:

• Slice each tomato into 4 thick slices.
• Arrange in single layer in shallow baking dish.
• Thinly slice goat cheese.
• Arrange over tomatoes.
• Sprinkle with pepper to taste then basil.
• Broil for 2 to 3 minutes or microwave at high for 2 minutes or until cheese melts.

TOMATOES BROILED WITH GOAT CHEESE AND BASIL

Steps:

• Slice each tomatoe into about 4 thick slices.
• Arrange in single layer in shallow baking dish or microwave safe dish.
• Thinly slice goat cheese, arrange over tomatoes.
• Sprinkle with pepper to taste, then basil.
• Broil for 2 to 3 minutes or microwave on high 100% power for 2 minutes or until cheese melts.

OVEN-ROASTED TOMATOES WITH GOAT CHEESE AND HERBS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425°. Slice off the top 1/2 inch of each tomato and reserve the tops. Scoop out the tomato cores and seeds. Cut a very thin sliver off of the bottom of each tomato to help them stand up straight. Arrange the tomatoes in a 9-by-13-inch glass or ceramic baking dish.
• In a bowl, combine the goat cheese with the egg, garlic, basil, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Spoon the goat cheese mixture into the tomatoes, mounding the filling 1/2 inch above the rim. Cover with the tomato tops and drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
• Bake the tomatoes for 35 minutes, until tender and browned in spots and the cheese is hot. Let stand for 15 minutes. Drizzle each with a bit of the balsamic. Serve warm or at room temperature.

TOMATO BASIL SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients and allow to blend for 20 minutes.
• Delicious on its own or served on a bed of lettuce. Also good on crunchy bread or crackers.