6 large (about 3 lb.) Florida tomatoes
1/2 tsp. dried basil leaves
1/4 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
1/4 tsp. dried thyme leaves
1/3 tsp. black pepper

Preheat oven to 425°F. Use tomatoes held at room temperature until fully ripe. Core tomatoes; cut into halves horizontally. Gently squeeze halves to remove seeds. Place cut side up on rack in broiler pan; set aside.

Combine oil, basil, thyme, salt and pepper in small bowl; brush over cut sides of tomatoes. Place tomatoes cut side down on rack.

Bake about 30 minutes or until well browned. Remove skins, if desired. Serve hot, warm or cold.

Makes 4 to 6 servings.