Herb-Topped Stuffed Tomatoes

Makes 4 serving

1 ............................cup chopped onion

1 ............................garlic clove , minced

1 ............................tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons butter , divided

1/4 .........................cup plus 1 tablespoon seasoned bread crumbs

2 ............................tablewspoons grated Parmesan cheese

4 ............................large tomatoes , halved

1 .............................tablespoon chopped fresh basil

1 .............................tablespoon minced fresh parsley

1) In a small skillet , saute onion and garlic in 1 teaspoon butter until tender . Melt remaining butter in a small bowl , combine the onion mixture , bread crumbs , cheese and melted butter ; spoon 2 tablespoons onto each tomato half .

2) Place on baking sheet . Broil 8 inches from the heat for 4 to 5 minutes or until lightly browned . Sprinkle with basil and parsley . Serve immediately .

This simple treatment perfectly suits the fresh taste of tomatoes right from the garden, serve as a side dish or as a fresh appertizer .

Heart healthy .