Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Garlic Grilled Tomatoes


4 ripe tomatoes
salt & pepper
garlic powder
3 T. extra virgin olive oil
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 T. fresh thyme leaves
1/4 c. Parmigiano-Reggiano

  1. Cut the tomatoes in half crosswise.
  2. Heat the oil in a small frying pan over medium heat.
  3. Add the garlic and cook until just starting to turn golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. Pour the garlic and oil into a heat proof bowl.
  5. Oil the grill and set for high heat.
  6. Place the tomatoes cut side down and grill for 3 to 5 minutes.
  7. Turn over, top with the garlic oil mixture and continue to cook for another 3 minutes. 
  8. Remove from grill and  and season with the salt, pepper and garlic powder.  Top with thyme and Parmigiano-Reggiano.
  9. Serve immediately.