Stuffed Tomatoes with Grits and Ricotta

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This recipe makes a great appetizer. I spent a lot of time experimenting with ingredients and finally concluded that this recipe you now see listed turned out to be the best. The grits give a unique texture to the sharp flavors of the Parmesan and Asiago cheeses.

Submitted by Peter Alfieri
Updated on March 25, 2025
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • ½ cup dry grits

  • 1 ½ cups water

  • ¾ teaspoon salt

  • cooking spray

  • 1 ⅓ cups ricotta cheese

  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • ½ cup grated Asiago cheese

  • 2 eggs

  • 2 ½ teaspoons garlic powder

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 8 tomatoes

Directions

  1. In a small pot combine dry grits, 1 1/2 cups water, and 3/4 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer until grits are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool.

  2. Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.

  3. Beat the eggs in a large bowl, then stir in the cooled grits, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and Asiago cheese. Stir in the garlic powder, parsley, crushed red pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt. Mix well.

  4. Slice the top off of each tomato. Use a spoon to hollow out the tomatoes, leaving the outer shells (approximately 1/4 inch thick) intact. Fill each with the grits mixture. Arrange stuffed tomatoes on prepared baking sheet.

  5. Bake in preheated oven until light golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

123 Calories
5g Fat
15g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 123
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 6%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 56mg 19%
Sodium 670mg 29%
Total Carbohydrate 15g 5%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin C 22mg 24%
Calcium 112mg 9%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 407mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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