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Savory Microwave Tomatoes: A Year-Round Delight

Flavorful and Easy to Prepare

Are you looking for a quick and delicious snack or side dish that’s perfect for any time of the year? Look no further! These easy microwave tomatoes are a game-changer. With their rich, garlicky flavor and soft crunch from the panko bread crumbs, they’re sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Inspired by French Escargot

The combination of garlic, pecorino romano cheese, and olive oil reminds me of hot, garlicky French escargot. The best part? You can enjoy this flavor all year round, thanks to the availability of cherry tomatoes in most supermarkets.

Quick and Easy Preparation

This recipe is incredibly simple to prepare, requiring only a few ingredients and a microwave. Simply infuse olive oil with minced garlic, halve the cherry tomatoes, and arrange them on a micro-safe plate. Then, sprinkle with grated pecorino romano, panko bread crumbs, and a drizzle of the garlic-infused oil. Finally, add a drop of balsamic vinegar and microwave at 50% power in three one-minute increments.

Customize to Your Taste

Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic and balsamic vinegar to your liking. You can also serve these savory tomatoes with French bread, like Mr. Alka, or enjoy them hot from the microwave with your fingers, like I do!

Recipe Details

Yield: As many as you put on the plate
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 5-6 minutes (not counting oil-infusing time)
Active Time: 2 minutes

Ingredients:

• Good dipping quality extra virgin olive oil
• Pecorino romano cheese, finely grated
• Panko bread crumbs
• Balsamic vinegar
• Cherry tomatoes
• Lots of fresh garlic, put through a press or finely minced
• Kosher salt

Get Ready to Enjoy!

These savory microwave tomatoes are perfect for snacking, as a side dish, or to satisfy your cravings. Give them a try and see why they’re a year-round favorite!