Quinoa Stuffed Tomatoes with Pesto and Goat Cheese

Ingredients

• 0.5 tbsp basil fresh minced
• 0.5 tsp garlic crushed
• 4 oz goat cheese 
• 1 tbsp olive oil 
• 2 tbsp parmesan grated
• 0.5 cup quinoa 
• 6 servings salt and pepper to taste
• 42 oz tomatoes 

Equipment

• bowl
• sauce pan
• sieve
• baking pan
• pastry brush

Directions

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3. Quinoa Stuffed Tomatoes with Pesto and Goat Cheese
4. Ingredients6 tomatoes (7-8 oz each)1/2 cup quinoa1/2 tsp crushed garlic1 tbsp olive oil2 tbsp + 4 1/2 tsp pesto, divided2 tbsp grated parmesan1/2 tbsp minced fresh basil
5. Salt and pepper to taste6 tbsp (about 4 oz) goat cheese
6. Whole fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)You will also need
7. Wire mesh sieve, medium bowl, small bowl, pastry brush, small saucepan, 9x9 inch baking pan or dish
8. Prep Time: 35 Minutes
9. Cook Time: 25 Minutes
10. Total Time: 1 Hour
11. Servings: 6
12. Kosher Key: Dairy