Tomatoes stuffed with meat
Description
If you're looking for an original idea for a family dinner or a great appetizer for a holiday, then this recipe for meat-stuffed tomatoes is exactly what you need. I prepare this dish both for family and guests because it's truly versatile—you can serve it with a side dish or enjoy it as a standalone meal. Everyone in our family loves these little tomatoes since they soften during baking, resulting in an incredibly delicious and juicy dish. My husband eats them with pasta, while I prefer them on their own. And considering that preparation takes very little time, this simple recipe for meat-stuffed tomatoes can come in handy more than once when you need to quickly and deliciously feed your guests.
Instructions
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Step 1
First, rinse the tomatoes under water and let them dry slightly. Then, cut off the top third of each tomato from the stem side and use a spoon to remove the pulp.
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Step 2
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and sauté chopped onion until translucent. Add the ground meat and cook until fully done, then add the tomato pulp.
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Step 3
When the excess liquid has evaporated, season with salt and pepper to taste and blend everything using a blender.
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Step 4
Now we fill each tomato with the prepared stuffing and cover it with the tomato top. Line a baking dish with foil and place the tomatoes on it. Sprinkle them with olive oil and put into a preheated oven at 200 degrees for 15 minutes. Once the tomatoes become soft, they can be served.