4 sm. ripe plum tomatoes, about 1 lb.
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 c. fresh fine bread crumbs
1 tbsp. finely chopped garlic
2 tbsp. chopped parsley
2 tbsp. olive oil

1. Preheat the broiler to high, with the rack about 6 inches from the heat source.

2. Cut away and discard the core of each tomato. Cut the tomatoes cross-wise through the center. Discard the seeds. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

3. Combine the bread crumbs, garlic, parsley and olive oil. Blend well.

4. Top each tomato half with an equal portion of the crumb mixture, pressing down with your fingers to distribute the topping evenly. Place the tomatoes under the broiler, and broil for about 5 minutes or until lightly browned and hot. Yield: 4 servings.