And with good reason - they were bland. I had purchased them yesterday for the usual exorbitant summer tomato prices, and was anticipating that luscious, vibrant summer tomato flavor. Not so much. So, disappointed, I decided that a quick broil might coax out a bit more flavor. It did.
Coincidentally, maybe, I just added this cookbook to my collection. It is well written, with vegetables separated by family, fun bits of history about the evolution of each vegetable, beautiful photography and a plethora of recipes for an absolute carnivore who is desperately trying to eat healthier (while refusing to give up wine, ice cream or chocolate).
Within the nightshade section of the cookbook was the following recipe:
Beefsteak Tomatoes Baked with Feta Cheese and Marjoram
(As interpreted by me...)
Thickly slice beefsteak tomatoes (I assume 1 per person). Top with the strong cheese of your choice - they recommend feta, I went with a cheese from the farmers market - a sheeps milk gray with streaks of blue - very creamy but not quite as sharp as the feta.
Sprinkle with marjoram (or oregano) and drizzle with olive oil (thyme or sage might also have been nice - the goal is to match the pungency of the herb to the pungency of the cheese).
Broil for 7 minutes (don't go that long - I went for 5 minutes and the tomatoes were getting soft).
Sprinkle with more marjoram (or whatever herb you used), salt and pepper.
Very quick and simple for an easy summer dinner, and even the blandest tomato will be elevated.
Enjoy, and be sure to leave room for wine and/or chocolate and/or ice cream. Life is short.
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Location:Rockville, MD
Have you made other recipes from the book? I love Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone, trying to decide if I should get this one
ReplyDeleteI really like the way this book is laid out - she writes well too.
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