Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
4 unit

tomatoes

halved

2 tbsp

butter

melted

0.5 unit

bell pepper

finely chopped

1 unit

celery

finely chopped

0.5 unit

green onion

finely chopped

1 tbsp

prepared mustard

1 pinch

salt

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Halve each tomato.

Step 3
~4 min

Place tomato halves cut side up on a baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~4 min

Sprinkle the cut side of each tomato with salt.

Step 5
~4 min

Spread a thin layer of prepared mustard on the cut side of each tomato.

Step 6
~4 min

Finely chop the bell pepper, celery, and green onion.

Step 7
~4 min

Mix the chopped vegetables with the melted butter in a small bowl.

Step 8
~4 min

Spoon the vegetable mixture over each tomato half.

Step 9
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until tomatoes are tender and the topping is lightly browned.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use ripe, but firm tomatoes for best results.

Add a sprinkle of breadcrumbs to the topping for added texture.

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the topping.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish.

Serve as a light lunch with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Baked fish
Green salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often served at potlucks and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer
Potluck
Family gathering

Popularity Score

65/100