GRILLED ITALIAN TOMATOES


ingredients

3 large firm ripe tomatoes
2 Tbsp. commercial Italian dressing
1 1/2 tsp. basil
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 c. melted butter or margarine
1 c. breadcrumbs

preparation

Cut tomatoes in half crosswise and sprinkle each half with 1 teaspoon Italian dressing, 1/4 teaspoon basil, salt and pepper. Combine butter and breadcrumbs; spoon over tomato halves.

Place tomato halves on heavy-duty aluminum foil. Seal foil, leaving a small amount of space for steam to escape. Cook over hot coals for 10 minutes. Yields 6 servings.