Scalloped Tomatoes au Gratin

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 12

Delicious Scalloped Tomatoes au Gratin Recipe Perfect for the Whole Family

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

456

Sugar

18g

Fat

24g

Scalloped Tomatoes au Gratin is a classic American dish perfect for a comforting and hearty family dinner. This dish is similar to a pasta-free lasagna, and it is made from a few simple ingredients such as canned tomatoes, stale bread, cheese, and onions. The tomatoes used in this recipe have been slow-cooked with spices, which gives the dish a rich and tangy flavor. Best of all, it's easy and affordable to put together. This dish can also be served as a side dish or for brunch.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	Take a casserole dish and layer the toast slices on the bottom of it. Spoon the canned tomatoes over the toast.
3.	Sprinkle the chopped onions on top of the tomatoes and then sprinkle them with brown sugar or molasses.
4.	Add salt and pepper to taste.
5.	Drizzle melted butter over the onions and tomatoes.
6.	Grate cheese and sprinkle it on top of the vegetables.
7.	Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
8.	Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

Scalloped Tomatoes au Gratin are a budget-friendly family-favorite meal.
This dish is very easy to make and has a short prep-time.
It is also a great way to use canned tomatoes and stale bread.
Additionally, everyone can enjoy the cheesy, tangy taste of this dish.

CONS

This dish is high in carbs, sugar, and fat.
It may not be suitable for some diets due to its high sodium content.
Moreover, those who do not like cheese may not enjoy this dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamins A and C, and they are low in calories. Tomatoes also contain a significant amount of lycopene, which is an antioxidant that may help to reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease. However, Scalloped Tomatoes au Gratin is not the healthiest way to consume tomatoes because it has high amounts of added salt, sugar and cheese.

	4 slices toast
	2 cans tomatoes
	1 small onion , chopped fine
	1 tablespoon brown sugar or 1 tablespoon molasses
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1/4 teaspoon pepper
	2 tablespoons melted butter
	1/4 cup grated cheese ( your preference )