Cheddar, Bacon and Spinach Stuffed Tomatoes
INGREDIENTS
- 4 medium red or yellow tomatoes
- 1 bag (6 oz.) baby spinach leaves
- 1-1/4 cups (5 oz.) Sargento® ChefStyle Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese, divided
- 4 slices bacon, cooked crisp, crumbled
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
DIRECTIONS
- 1
Cut tops off tomatoes; scoop out and discard seeds and pulp leaving tomato shells. Place cut sides down on paper towels to drain.
- 2
Place spinach in microwave bowl; cook in microwave oven 2 minutes or until spinach is wilted. Drain well and transfer to chopping board to cool. Coarsely chop spinach; place in medium bowl. Add 1 cup cheese, bacon and bread crumbs; mix well.
- 3
Place tomatoes cut-sides up in a shallow baking dish; fill with cheese mixture. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup cheese over tomatoes. Bake in preheated 350°F oven 16 to 18 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.
SUMMARY
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves: 4
HELPFUL HINTS
- 8 plum tomatoes may be substituted for appetizer for 8; serve warm or at room temperature.
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See Nutrition Facts
Serves: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 350
Total Fat 14.8g
Saturated Fat 6.9g
Trans Fat 3.0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 66mg
Sodium 932mg
Carbohydrates 31g
Protein 24g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Vitamin A 298%
Vitamin C 35%
Calcium 315%
Iron 3%
