Affordable Pleasure
In these times when we strive to be wiser with our money, finding tasty and affordable meals can be a challenge. Luckily, Stuffed Tomato with Creamy Sauce proves that you don't have to dig deep into your pockets to enjoy a delicious meal. The main ingredients are fresh tomatoes, a simple filling, and a few basic pantry staples that you probably already have. This dish is both nutritious and friendly to your budget.
Simplified Pleasure
Another aspect that makes Stuffed Tomato so appealing is its easy preparation. This recipe doesn't require complicated cooking techniques or spending hours in the kitchen. It's a recipe that even novice cooks can try. By hollowing out the tomatoes and filling them with a flavorful mixture of meat, herbs, and breadcrumbs, you create a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Baking them in the oven gives the tomatoes a crispy exterior while maintaining the juicy filling inside. Simple, yet incredibly tasty!
Finishing Touch: Creamy Sauce
What truly elevates this dish to the next level is the addition of a silky creamy sauce. This sauce perfectly complements the Stuffed Tomato and brings all the flavors together. With a combination of tomato juice, ketchup, tomato paste, cream, and a hint of herbs, the sauce acquires a rich and creamy texture that will enchant your taste buds. And the best part is that the sauce can easily be prepared while the tomatoes are baking in the oven, saving you precious time.
Tip!
You can also try replacing the tomato with a bell pepper for a variation on this dish.
Remember, a delicious meal doesn't have to be expensive or complicated. Treat yourself to the delightful flavors of Stuffed Tomato with Creamy Sauce and experience a budget-friendly and simple pleasure.
Stuffed Tomatoes
| Category: | Main Dishes |
| Cooking Time: | 1 h |
| Portions: |
4
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| Kitchen: | Belgian Cuisine |
| Cost Range: | Cheap |
Ingredients:
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50 gr Butter
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1 Tabasco
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1 bunch Marjoram
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1 Ketchup
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70 gr Tomato paste
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250 ml Cream
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1 pinch Pepper
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1 pinch Salt
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2 Shallot
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2 cloves Garlic
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2 Eggs
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8 tbsp Breadcrumbs
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1 bunch Parsley
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1 kg Potatoes
Instructions:
- Cut off the tops of each tomato, making sure to cut in a way that the tomato won't tip over.
- Carefully remove the insides of the tomatoes using a spoon and set aside in a separate bowl.
- In a large bowl, mix the ground meat with the eggs, chopped garlic, breadcrumbs, finely chopped parsley, and sliced shallots.
- Season the tomatoes with salt and pepper. Fill the tomatoes generously with the meat mixture.
- Grease a baking dish with butter and place the stuffed tomatoes inside.
- Place the cut tops back on the tomatoes and gently press them inwards. Place a small piece of butter on top of each cap.
- Bake the tomatoes in a preheated oven at 210°C for 30-40 minutes.
- While the tomatoes are baking, cook the potatoes.
For the sauce:
- Add a small amount of water to the reserved tomato pulp in the bowl and blend it using an immersion blender.
- Add ketchup, tomato paste, tabasco, salt, and pepper to taste to the tomato juice. Allow the sauce to simmer and reduce.
- Then, add the heavy cream to the sauce and reduce the heat.
- Finally, add the marjoram and the remaining parsley to the sauce and let it simmer.
Serve the stuffed tomatoes with the sauce and cooked potatoes. Enjoy your meal!
