Baked Tomato Halves

Name: Baked Tomato Halves
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 globe tomatoes; 4 tablespoons butter; ¼ cup yellow onion; 1 teaspoon prepared mustard; ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 slice bread; 2 teaspoons parsley; ¼ cup Parmesan cheese

Ordinary tomato halves become a warm, savory side when their tops bake golden and crisp. The juicy centers stay soft beneath a buttery bread crumb crust.

By Betty Lou Gardner35 minUpdated 2026-08-25

These Baked Tomato Halves are a simple yet flavorful side dish that transforms fresh tomatoes into something warm, savory, and satisfying! Topped with a buttery herb bread mixture and a light layer of Parmesan, they offer a wonderful balance of juicy tomato flavor and a crisp, golden finish. They pair beautifully with roasted meats, grilled dishes, or a traditional family supper.

Betty Lou Gardner in a family archival photograph

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From Betty Lou Gardner

I like recipes like this because they take ordinary ingredients and make them feel a little more special at supper time. If the tomatoes in the garden are coming in faster than we can eat them, this is often one of the first things I think to make. The smell of butter, onion, and tomatoes baking together always lets everyone know supper won't be much longer.

How to Make Baked Tomato Halves

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Baked Tomato Halves, preparation step 1.

Prepare the Tomatoes

Slice the tomatoes in half crosswise and arrange them cut-side up in a baking dish.

Baked Tomato Halves, preparation step 2.

Make the Topping

Sauté the onion in butter, then stir in the mustard, Worcestershire sauce, bread pieces, and parsley until evenly coated.

Baked Tomato Halves, preparation step 3.

Top and Bake

Spoon the bread mixture evenly over the tomatoes, sprinkle with Parmesan, and bake until the topping is golden and the tomatoes have softened slightly.

Serve Hot

Serve warm straight from the baking dish while the buttery Parmesan topping is still crisp around the edges.

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