Pine Nut Stuffed Basil Tomatoes
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When you can find organic heirloom tomatoes, this recipe is a show-stopper!
Serves 10 Ingedients: 1 cup pine nuts, toasted 1 3/4 cups chopped frsh basil 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 cups cooked brown rice 10 medium tomatoes Salt and pepper Toast the pine nuts on a baking sheet or in a cast iron pan in a preheated 325 degree oven until just golden. Toss the pine nuts, basil, and olive oil with the brown rice. Cut off and discard the tops of the tomatoes. Remove the pulp and seeds. Fill each tomato with the rice mixture. Serve warm or chilled. |