Italian Nutthouse Broiled Tomatoes

This Italian inspired appetizer is quick, tasty, and beautiful to the eye. Tomato slices are drizzled with olive oil, then sprinkled and broiled with parmesan cheese, oregano, and garlic.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 232 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
• ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 4 tomatoes, cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 1 pinch monosodium glutamate (MSG) (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat your oven's broiler. Cover a broiler pan or baking sheet with aluminum foil, and coat with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

Arrange tomato slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle each slice lightly with olive oil, spreading oil evenly with finger if necessary. Season with salt, pepper, garlic, monosodium glutamate (if using), and oregano. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top.

Step 3

Broil, 3 inches from the heat until cheese is browned and bubbly, 3 minutes.