Beefy Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Beefy Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 whole Medium Tomatoes; 1 pound Ground Beef; 1 whole Medium Onion, Chopped; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 2 teaspoons Dried Basil; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Pepper; 1/2 cups Rice, Previously Cooked; 1/2 cups Cheddar Cheese, Shredded; 1 whole Egg

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2
Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato and discard; remove the core.
3
Carefully scoop out the pulp, leaving a 1/2-inch shell.
4
Reserve 1 cup of the pulp and discard the rest.
5
Invert tomato shells on a paper towel to drain.
6
In a large skillet, cook the beef with the onion and garlic; drain grease.
7
Stir in the basil, salt, pepper and reserved tomato pulp; bring to a boil.
8
Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 10-12 minutes or until the liquid has evaporated.
9
Stir in the rice, cheese and egg; heat through.
10
Spoon into the tomato shells.
11
Place in a shallow 2-quart baking dish.
12
Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes.

504

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 whole Medium Tomatoes, 1 pound Ground Beef, 1 whole Medium Onion, Chopped, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, and more.

Yes, Beefy Tomatoes falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Beefy Tomatoes

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