Baked Stuffed Tomatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Remove stem ends from tomatoes; cut thin slice from bottom of each tomato to prevent tipping.
2. 2
   Remove pulp from each tomato, leaving a 1/2-inch wall; chop enough pulp to make 1/3 cup.
3. 3
   Mix tomato pulp, green pepper, cheese, croutons and salt.
4. 4
   Fill tomatoes.
5. 5
   Place in ungreased oblong baking dish.
6. 6
   Cook uncovered in 350° oven for about 20 minutes or until tomatoes are heated through.
7. 7
   Garnish with parsley sprigs or crumbled, crisply fried bacon, if desired.