Baked Tomatoes

StyleNest love this delicious recipe for baked tomatoes will make a perfect starter for any upcoming festive dinner parties. It is low in calories and extrenely flavoursome. 

Serves: 4

Preparation Time: 5 minutes

Cooking Time: 10 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• 40g (1½ oz) Bertolli Light Spread
• 4 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil or parsley
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 4 beefsteak tomatoes
• Salad leaves and Italian style bread, to serve
• Salt and black pepper

What To Do:

1. Preheat oven to 220°C, 425°F, Gas 7
2. Blend the Bertolli Light spread with the herbs and garlic.
3. Halve the tomatoes, and with a sharp knife, make several shallow slits in the cut surface.  Spread the herb mixture over the cut sides and arrange the tomatoes on a baking tray.  Season with salt and pepper.
4. Bake in a preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until soft but not collapsed.
5. Serve with salad leaves and bread.

Recipe from Bertolli.co.uk.