Tomatoes Stuffed with Rice
These savory stuffed tomatoes with rice offer a delightful blend of textures and flavors, perfect for a light lunch or a side dish. The juicy tomatoes are filled with a flavorful mixture of cooked rice, fresh vegetables, and cheese, then baked to perfection. This classic recipe is comforting, easy to make, and a great way to use fresh garden tomatoes.
Ingredients
- 6 Tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Cooked rice
- 1/2 cup Green pepper, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Grated cheese
- 1 teaspoon Chopped onion (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Butter
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove a 1-inch diameter piece from the stem end of each tomato. Scoop out the seeds, leaving the tomato shells intact.
- 2In a bowl, combine the cooked rice, chopped green pepper, grated cheese, chopped onion, and salt. Mix well.
- 3Fill the tomato shells with the rice mixture. Place a small dot of butter on top of each stuffed tomato. Place the stuffed tomatoes in a small baking pan and bake for 25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are tender and heated through.