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Pimento Cheese Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe

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  • Author: Sky
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: Makes 16 stuffed Campari tomatoes
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Pimento Cheese Stuffed Tomatoes are a delightful and colorful appetizer perfect for entertaining. Hollowed Campari tomatoes are filled with a creamy, cheesy pimento filling made from a blend of sharp cheddar and pepper jack cheeses, diced pimentos, mayonnaise, and seasoned with green onions, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Chilled for an hour, they offer a refreshing, savory bite that's both gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly.

Ingredients

Tomatoes

  • 1 lb. Campari tomatoes or any large cherry tomatoes

Cheese Filling

  • 8 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 8 oz. pepper Jack cheese, grated
  • 1 jar diced pimentos (approximately 4 oz.)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup green onion, sliced thin
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • A pinch of cayenne pepper
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Tomatoes: Cut a thin layer off the bottom of each tomato to create a flat, sturdy base allowing them to sit upright on a platter.
  2. Hollow the Tomatoes: Using a melon baller, carefully scoop out the tops of each tomato and remove the inner pulp to create a hollow cavity for the filling.
  3. Make the Cheese Filling: In a bowl, combine the grated sharp cheddar, pepper jack cheese, diced pimentos, and mayonnaise. Mash together with a fork until the cheese begins to break down and the mixture is creamy and well incorporated.
  4. Season the Filling: Add the thinly sliced green onions, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper to the cheese mixture. Stir well and taste to adjust the seasoning as needed.
  5. Stuff the Tomatoes: Spoon approximately one tablespoon of the cheese filling into each hollowed tomato, filling them generously but carefully so they hold their shape.
  6. Garnish and Chill: Garnish each stuffed tomato with additional green onion slices, then place them on a serving platter. Refrigerate for at least one hour to chill and allow flavors to meld before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh, firm Campari or large cherry tomatoes for the best presentation and structural integrity.
  • The cheese can be mixed in a food processor for a smoother texture, if preferred.
  • Adjust cayenne pepper to your spice preference or omit for a milder flavor.
  • This appetizer can be prepared up to one day ahead and kept refrigerated.
  • Ensure tomatoes are well chilled before serving for a refreshing bite.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American Southern

Find it online: https://skysrecipes.com/pimento-cheese-stuffed-tomatoes-recipe/