Stuffed Heirloom Tomatoes With Sausage and Cremini Mushrooms

May 05, 2023May 5, 20230 3
Stuffed Heirloom Tomatoes With Sausage and Cremini Mushrooms
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 -12 heirloom tomatoes
salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil , plus more for drizzling
1 yellow onion , finely diced
1/2 lb cremini mushroom , finely diced
3 garlic cloves , minced
1 lb mild Italian sausage , casings removed
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
2 cups lightly toasted breadcrumbs
3/4 cup grated fresh parmigiano-reggiano cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh flat-leaf Italian parsley

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
402
Sugar
7g
Fat
22g
Stuffed Heirloom Tomatoes With Sausage and Cremini Mushrooms is a perfect dish for those who want to indulge in a flavorful meal. The combination of sausage and mushrooms makes the stuffing so delicious, the tomatoes add a bit of tartness, while the cheese on top adds just the right amount of creaminess to the dish! This recipe is easy to make, it looks impressive, and it can be a perfect meal for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Cut off the top quarter of heirloom tomatoes and scoop out the flesh and seeds and sprinkle the inside with salt and pepper.
3.In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add diced onion, saute until translucent for about 5 minutes.
4.Add sausage to the pan, break it up with a spoon and cook until browned.
5.Add minced garlic, cremini mushrooms, and red pepper flakes to the skillet and cook until mushrooms are tender for around 5 minutes.
6.Add minced oregano, toasted breadcrumbs, grated fresh parmigiano-reggiano cheese, and minced Italian parsley, and stir until combined.
7.Stuff the tomatoes with the sausage-mushroom mixture and sprinkle more cheese on top.
8.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is browned and bubbling.
9.Serve hot!

PROS

Heirloom tomatoes are rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and potassium.
This recipe is a great source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats.

CONS

The dish can be high in calories and sodium, and for those who are vegetarian or vegan, consuming meat might not be suitable.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish offers a good amount of protein that helps in muscle building and fiber that aids in digestion. The antioxidants in tomatoes can improve heart health while the healthy fats from olive oil and cheese can lower the risk of heart diseases.

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