Perfect Grilled Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Perfect Grilled Stuffed Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 large ripe tomatoes; 2 cups cooked orzo pasta; 2 shallots; ½ cup browned pancetta; ½ cup fresh parsley; 8 ounces crumbled goat cheese; ½ cup parmesan cheese; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; ¼ teaspoon thyme; 1 lemon; 4 tablespoons olive oil; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

5 large ripe tomatoes
2 cups cooked orzo pasta
2 shallots
½ cup browned pancetta
½ cup fresh parsley
8 ounces crumbled goat cheese
½ cup parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon thyme
1 lemon
4 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper

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Cut tops of tomatoes and scoop out the insides.
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Set tomatoes aside.
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Cook orzo as directed
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Finely chop the shallots and saute in a pan with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
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Brown Pancetta in a skillet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
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Finely chop parsley (remove all stems).
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In large mixing bowl add:.
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cooked and drained orzo, sauteed shallots, pancetta, parsley, goat cheese, parmesan, red pepper, thyme, remaining olive oil, salt, pepper, remaining olive oil, zest and juice from one lemon.
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Mix all ingredients together.
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Stuff each tomato with mixture.
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I make this ahead and put it on the grill when my guests arrive - easy entertaining!
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Grill on medium heat for 12 minutes (top rack).
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Make sure the tomatoes are cooked through.
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Don't be afraid to char them a bit - it just adds flavor.
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Enjoy!

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 large ripe tomatoes, 2 cups cooked orzo pasta, 2 shallots, ½ cup browned pancetta, and more.

Yes, Perfect Grilled Stuffed Tomatoes falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Perfect Grilled Stuffed Tomatoes

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