Stuffed Heirloom Tomatoes With Sausage and Cremini

Name: Stuffed Heirloom Tomatoes With Sausage and Cremini Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 -12 heirloom tomatoes; salt; fresh ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling; 1 yellow onion, finely diced; 12 lb cremini mushroom, finely diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 lb mild Italian sausage, casings removed; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano; 2 cups lightly toasted breadcrumbs; ¾ cup grated fresh parmigiano-reggiano cheese; ¼ cup minced fresh flat-leaf Italian parsley

Servings: persons

6 -12 heirloom tomatoes
salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 yellow onion, finely diced
12 lb cremini mushroom, finely diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb mild Italian sausage, casings removed
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
2 cups lightly toasted breadcrumbs
¾ cup grated fresh parmigiano-reggiano cheese
¼ cup minced fresh flat-leaf Italian parsley

1
Reheat oven to 375 degrees.
2
Using paring knife, core tomatoes.
3
Scoop out seeds with spoon.
4
Season inside of tomatoes with salt and black pepper.
5
Set tomatoes, cut side down, on plate.
6
In saute pan over medium-high heat, warm 2 tablespoons olive oil.
7
Add onion; cook 5 minutes.
8
Add mushrooms, salt and black pepper, cook 5 minutes.
9
Add garlic; cook 1 minute.
10
Add sausage and red pepper flakes; cook, breaking sausage into small pieces, until cooked through, 3-5 minutes.
11
Transfer sausage mixture to bowl; cool 10 minutes.
12
Stir oregano, bread crumbs, 1/2 cup cheese and parsley into sausage mixture.
13
Stuff tomatoes with filling; place in baking dish.
14
Sprinkle tomatoes with 1/4 cup cheese, dividing evenly.
15
Drizzle oil over tomatoes.
16
Bake 30-35 minutes.
17
Let staqnd 5 minutes before serving.

793

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 -12 heirloom tomatoes, salt, fresh ground black pepper, 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Heirloom Tomatoes With Sausage and Cremini Mushrooms 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Stuffed Heirloom Tomatoes With Sausage and Cremini Mushrooms

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