Tequila Spiked Tomato Bombs

1. 1

   Cut off 1/4 inch from the blossom end (opposite the stem, they will stand firmly on their stem ends) of each tomato and with a 1/4 teaspoon measure carefuly scoop out the insides and discard.

2. 2

   Wearing rubber gloves, seed and mince the jalepeno.

3. 3

   In a small saucepan,sprinkle gelatin over vegetable juice and let stand for 1 minute to soften.

4. 4

   Heat mixture over moderately low heat, stirring continuously, until gelatin is dissolved.

5. 5

   Remove pan from heat and stir in jalapeno, tequila, onion, minced cilantro, salt and celery salt.

6. 6

   Cool filling slightly.

7. 7

   Using a small spoon and holding each tomato over the saucepan, spoon filling into tomatoes, arranging on a platter as filled.

8. 8

   Chill covered tomatoes for 4 hours, or until filling is set, up to 1 day.

9. 9

   Garnish each tomato with a cilantro leaf before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.