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Baked tomatoes with mozzarella and oregano ~ Pomodori al forno con Origano

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Ingredients :

• 8 firm ripe tomatoes
• 7 oz fresh sliced mozzarella
• olive oil
• bread crumbs
• oregano

Preparation and Cooking Instructions :

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Wash the tomatoes and slice them in half, horizontally. Place them in an oiled medium/large baking dish with the sliced side up and bake for ½ an hour.
3. Remove from the oven and put a slice of mozzarella on each tomato half along with a drop of olive oil, a sprinkle of oregano and some bread crumbs.
4. Return to the oven for 5 minutes. These can be served hot or at room temperature.