Ina Garten Tomato Gratin Recipe
This Ina Garten Tomato Gratin Recipe is simple, fresh and full of rich flavor. It is a perfect side dish for summer meals or light dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes sliced
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven
- Set oven to 190°C and lightly grease a baking dish.
Prepare tomatoes
- Slice tomatoes evenly and arrange in the dish.
Make topping
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic, olive oil, basil, salt and pepper.
Add topping
- Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the tomatoes.
Bake
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until topping is golden and crispy.
Cool slightly
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm
- Serve fresh and enjoy the crispy texture.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes
- Add mozzarella for extra cheese
- Use panko for crunchier topping
- Add thyme or oregano for flavor
- Do not overcrowd the dish
- Drizzle extra olive oil before baking
- Serve immediately for best texture