Mediterranean Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Stuffed Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 large ripe tomatoes; 12 lb ground lamb; 1 medium finely chopped onion; 2 cloves chopped garlic; 3 tablespoons olive oil; granulated sugar; ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley; 2 fluid ounces white wine; 6 tablespoons long-grain white rice; 2 fluid ounces water; 2 sprigs of fresh mint; 1 pinch grated nutmeg; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

12 large ripe tomatoes
12 lb ground lamb
1 medium finely chopped onion
2 cloves chopped garlic
3 tablespoons olive oil
granulated sugar
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 fluid ounces white wine
6 tablespoons long-grain white rice
2 fluid ounces water
2 sprigs of fresh mint
1 pinch grated nutmeg
salt and pepper

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["Wash the tomatoes then turn each one stem side down, and with a sharp knife cut the end to make an opening, leaving a""cap"" on the tomatoes.", "With a small spoon, scoop the pulp out of the tomatoes into a bowl.", "Place the tomato shells in a baking dish.", "Sprinkle the inside of the shells with salt and sugar.", "Heat the oil in a skillet and add the onions.", "Cook over low heat until the onions are soft then add the garlic and parsley, and blend.", "Add the meat, the wine and water.", "Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.", "Add the rice and tomato pulp and stir.", "Cover the skillet and simmer for 7 minutes, then add salt, pepper, mint and nutmeg.", "Remove from heat, and fill the tomatoes up two thirds of the way with the stuffing and liquid.", "Cover with the tomato caps and brush each one with oil.", "Bake at 350F for 60 minutes."]

4251

kcal

Calories

297

Fat

Carbs

346

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 large ripe tomatoes, 12 lb ground lamb, 1 medium finely chopped onion, 2 cloves chopped garlic, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Stuffed 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.

Mediterranean Stuffed Tomatoes

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