Cherry Tomatoes with Neufchatel & Pesto |
|
 |
Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 24 |
|
Simple to prepare but gourmet in appearance and flavor, an easy, colorful appetizer from The Lighter Side of Italy. Can be made a day ahead if needed. Ingredients:
24 fresh cherry tomatoes |
8 ounces neufchatel cheese, softened |
2 tablespoons pesto sauce |
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped |
Directions:
1. Cut off tops of tomatoes and scoop out seeds and pulp; rinse under cold running water to remove all traces and let drain, cut side down, on paper towels.
2. While tomatoes are drying, prepare filling.
3. Combine cheese and pesto; blend well.
4. With pastry tube (or thin knife), fill each tomato with pesto cheese mixture.
5. Garnish with parsley; serve at room temperature.
6. May make a day ahead and store covered in refrigerator; allow 1/2 hr to warm to room temp before serving.
|
|