Broiled Tomatoes Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Cut tomato in half crosswise.
2. 2
   Make 4 or possibly 5 (1/4-inch-deep) slashes across the cut-side of each tomato half.
3. 3
   In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs, basil, salt and pepper.
4. 4
   Sprinkle on cut-side of each tomato half.
5. 5
   Dot each with butter.
6. 6
   To complete now: Preheat broiler.
7. 7
   Broil crumb-topped tomatoes, 5 to 6 inches from heat, till golden.
8. 8
   Arrange on platter or possibly serving dish; serve warm.
9. 9
   To make ahead: Cover with plastic wrap or possibly foil.
10. 10
    Chill up to 24 hrs.
11. 11
    Remove cover; broil and server as directed above.