By Becky Hardin
Published Aug 22, 2023
These baked tomatoes with cheese are one of my favorite super quick and super easy side dishes! Made with just 5 ingredients, these cheesy tomatoes are so simple yet incredibly delicious. Topped with Parmesan, mozzarella, and fresh basil, they are always a hit whenever I make them. Everyone is always surprised by just how easy this baked tomato recipe is.
These cheesy baked tomatoes are just too tasty! I’ll never get tired of the fresh flavor of these simple ingredients. This Caprese salad -inspired dish is just so classically Italian, and the Italians sure know how to make a simple yet delicious dish!
What’s in This Baked Tomatoes Recipe?
- Tomatoes: Roma tomatoes, also known as Italian plum tomatoes, are great for roasting. Beefsteak tomatoes also work well because of their large size and regular shape.
- Cheese: The mixture of Parmesan and mozzarella cheese is creamy, tangy, and so delicious!
- Basil: Fresh basil adds a pop of color and an herbal flavor to the dish.
- Oil : Olive oil helps the cheese brown.
Tips for Success
- The tomato skins help hold these tomatoes together, so I don’t recommend removing them.
- You can change up the type of cheese and herbs to change the flavor of these tomatoes. Try: Pepper jack or Mexican blend and cilantro would be great for taco-inspired tomatoes. Gruyere or Swiss and caramelized onions would make delicious French onion soup -inspired tomatoes. Feta and oregano would make delicious Mediterranean tomatoes.
- If you overcrowd the tomatoes on the baking sheet, they can steam rather than roast, leading them to turn mushy. Make sure to give plenty of space for the air to circulate around the tomatoes.
- Broil these tomatoes for a few minutes to get the cheese extra brown and bubbly!
How to Store and Reheat
Store baked tomatoes with cheese in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave until the tomatoes are just warmed through. I do not recommend freezing these tomatoes.
Serving Suggestions
You can never go wrong with ripe tomatoes, shredded cheese, and fresh herbs. And I really loaded the cheese on these bad boys (as if that’s a surprise)! A little bit of homemade basil pesto and balsamic glaze on top would be sooo good!
I like to serve these baked tomatoes as a side with grilled chicken breasts , baked pesto salmon , creamy garlic scallops , or pan seared ribeyes .
5-Star Review
“I’m not really a tomato fan at all. I usually pull them off my sandwiches and salad. But I’m on a diet and I needed a new veggie to try. So I opted for the tomato and found your recipe. It was delicious! Tasted like eating a pizza to me. Big win. Will definitely cook again. Great side dish!” -Jill Luzadder
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 4 large Roma tomatoes sliced
- ▢ 1 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- ▢ 1 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese
- ▢ ½ cup chopped fresh basil
- ▢ 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the tomato slices on the prepared baking sheet. 4 large Roma tomatoes
- Top each tomato with a layer of Parmesan and then a layer of mozzarella. 1 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- Sprinkle the chopped basil on top of each tomato. ½ cup chopped fresh basil
- Drizzle lightly with olive oil. 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Set the oven to broil and broil for 2-3 minutes to brown the cheese.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
Becky’s Tips
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Baked Tomatoes with Cheese Step by Step
Prep the Tomatoes: Preheat oven to 400°F Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place 4 large sliced Roma tomatoes on the prepared baking sheet.
Top with Cheese: Top the tomatoes evenly with 1 cup of freshly shredded Parmesan cheese and 1 cup of freshly shredded mozzarella cheese.
Sprinkle with Basil: Sprinkle ½ cup chopped fresh basil over top.
Bake the Tomatoes: Drizzle lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Broil the Tomatoes: Set the oven to broil and broil for 2-3 minutes to brown the cheese
More Tomato Recipes to Try!
Cucumber Tomato Salad
Balsamic Tomatoes
Goat Cheese Dip with Tomatoes and Herbs
Tomato Bruschetta
Baked Tomatoes with Cheese
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 4 large Roma tomatoes sliced
- 1 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the tomato slices on the prepared baking sheet. 4 large Roma tomatoes
- Top each tomato with a layer of Parmesan and then a layer of mozzarella. 1 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- Sprinkle the chopped basil on top of each tomato. ½ cup chopped fresh basil
- Drizzle lightly with olive oil. 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Set the oven to broil and broil for 2-3 minutes to brown the cheese.
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Notes
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
