Speedy Feta-Free Tomato Bake (Printable Version)

A quick, cheesy tomato bake with fresh mozzarella and herbs, ideal for easy dinners or sides.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1.5 lbs ripe tomatoes, sliced
02 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Cheese

04 - 4.5 oz fresh mozzarella, torn or sliced
05 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Herbs & Seasoning

06 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tsp dried oregano
08 - 1/2 tsp dried basil
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

10 - Fresh basil leaves (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - Lightly oil a medium baking dish to prevent sticking.
03 - Arrange half of the sliced tomatoes in a single layer in the dish. Top evenly with half of the sliced red onion and minced garlic. Season with salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and dried basil.
04 - Distribute half of the mozzarella over the seasoned vegetables.
05 - Repeat layering with the remaining tomatoes, onions, garlic, seasoning, and mozzarella.
06 - Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the top and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbling and the tomatoes are tender.
07 - Allow the bake to cool slightly before garnishing with fresh basil leaves. Serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare
  • Feta-free and flavorful
02 -
  • This dish is vegetarian nut-free and gluten-free
  • Check cheese labels for rennet if strict vegetarian
03 -
  • Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor
  • Let the bake cool slightly before serving to enhance the taste
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