tomatoes stuffed w/squash (sallye)

Austin, TX
Updated on Nov 30, 2012

An elegant looking side dish that is actually quite easy to make. Bonus: It tastes as good as it looks.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Stove Top
yield 8-10 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 8-10 large ripe tomatoes, deseeded and deveined
  • 5 pounds yellow crookneck squash, sliced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup water
  • 24 ounces cream cheese, softened and diced
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup buttered bread crumbs

How To Make tomatoes stuffed w/squash (sallye)

  • Step 1
    Hollow out tomatoes (deseed and devein) and place upright in a pyrex baking dish approximately 9" x 13" Preheat oven to 350º
  • Step 2
    Combine squash, onion, sugar, salt, pepper and water in a large heavy covered saucepan and cook just until tender (about 5-10 minutes) Do not overcook Drain, reserving liquid for use later. Mash well and drain again
  • Step 3
    Cream the cheese with a little of the reserved liquid until cheese is consistency of whipped cream Set aside
  • Step 4
    Add olive oil to squash and stir until well blended Add cream cheese mixture to squash and blend lightly with a fork
  • Step 5
    Spoon mixture into hollowed out tomatoes, tamping down with spoon to make sure tomato is completely filled Cover each tomato with buttered bread crumbs
  • Step 6
    Bake in 350º oven for approximately 30 minutes or until bubbly and lightly browned

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