2 garlic cloves
3/4 c. bread crumbs
2 tbsp. chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
3/4 c. olive oil
6 med. tomatoes

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Peel garlic, press into small bowl. Add bread crumbs, herbs, salt, pepper and oil. Mix together.

Cut tomatoes crosswise in half. Arrange tomato halves, cut sides up, in a baking dish. Spread about 1 tablespoon bread crumb mixture over top of each half.

Bake 12 to 15 minutes until tomatoes give slightly when edges are squeezed together. Remove. Serve hot or cold. Preparation time: 10 minutes. Baking time: 12 to 15 minutes.