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Easy Keto Stuffed Tomatoes with Sausage

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A quick and satisfying low-carb recipe featuring Italian sausage and cheese stuffed into ripe tomatoes, perfect for keto and low-carb diets.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large firm ripe tomatoes (beefsteak or Roma)
  • 12 oz (340 g) Italian sausage (pork, mild or spicy)
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup (25 g) Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the tops off each tomato and carefully scoop out the pulp and seeds using a spoon. Lightly salt the inside of each hollowed tomato and place them upside down on a paper towel to drain excess liquid for about 10 minutes.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-9 minutes. Remove sausage to a mixing bowl, leaving drippings in the pan.
  4. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and sauté finely chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent, roughly 3-4 minutes. Add red pepper flakes if using. Let cool slightly before mixing with the sausage.
  5. Mix sausage, sautéed onion and garlic, chopped basil, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, and a few tablespoons of reserved tomato pulp (optional) in the bowl. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  6. Using a spoon or small scoop, carefully fill each tomato cavity with the sausage mixture, pressing gently to pack but not overstuff. Replace each tomato top as a lid if desired.
  7. Arrange stuffed tomatoes in the prepared baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes until tomatoes are tender but still hold their shape, and the cheese is melted and golden on top.
  8. Let the stuffed tomatoes cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use firm, thick-walled tomatoes to prevent sogginess. Drain tomatoes well before stuffing to reduce excess moisture. Brown sausage thoroughly for better texture and flavor. Avoid overstuffing tomatoes to prevent bursting during baking. Baking times may vary by oven; watch for tender tomatoes with slightly wrinkled skin and bubbling filling. For dairy-free, substitute cheese with plant-based alternatives or omit. Turkey sausage can be used to reduce calories.

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