Type of dish: Appetizer, Side Dish

Non-stick vegetable oil spray
6 plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise
salt and pepper
2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Assorted fillings (such as whole-milk ricotta, pesto, soft fresh goat cheese)

Preheat oven to 400° F. Spray large rimmed baking sheet with non-stick spray.

Remove seeds and juices from tomato halves. Arrange halves, cut side up, on prepared sheet; sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper, then drizzle with oil.

Roast tomatoes until slightly charred and tender, about 50 minutes. Cool completely on sheet. Spoon desired filling onto each.

Makes 12 appetizers.

Recipe courtesy of Gazy Brothers Farm