Tomato Gratin

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 500F.

2. 2

   Arrange tomato slices, slightly overlapping, in an oiled 9-inch gratin dish or shallow casserole.

3. 3

   Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with basil.

4. 4

   Cook garlic in oil in a small skillet over moderate heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.

5. 5

   Remove from heat and stir in bread crumbs, cheese, and salt and pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Sprinkle over tomatoes.

7. 7

   Bake in middle of oven until crumbs are golden, about 15 minutes.

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