Herby Stuffed Tomatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Cut the lids from the stalk ends of the tomatoes and reserve.
2. 2
   Hollow out the tomatoes with a teaspoon, sprinkle salt inside and leave upside down on a rack to drain.
3. 3
   Preheat the oven to 190C/375F Use a little oil lightly to grease a gratin dish large enough to hold all the toms.
4. 4
   Over a medium-low heat, fry the onion in oil until soft and translucent.
5. 5
   Stir in the garlic, cook for a minute and set aside.
6. 6
   When cool, mix with the pork, egg and herbs, season and stuff into the tomatoes so it comes 1/2in above the top of each tomato.
7. 7
   Pop on the lids, place in the dish and bake for about 40 minutes.
8. 8
   Leave to cool slightly before eating.