ITALIAN TOMATO CASSEROLE 
1 tsp. olive oil
1/4 c. seasoned bread crumbs
1 lb. tomatoes in 1/2" slices
1/4 c. sliced fresh basil leaves
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 c. or 4 oz. mozzarella cheese
Fresh basil for garnish

Mix oil with bread crumbs. Spread in shallow microwave safe dish. Microwave on high 1 minute, uncovered, stirring once, until lightly browned. Set aside.

Arrange overlapping rows of tomato slices in the dish. Sprinkle with basil and pepper. Then shredded cheese. Top with bread crumbs. Microwave on high, uncovered, 4 minutes or until cheese is melted and tomatoes are heated through. May take longer. Garnish with fresh basil.

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

 

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