Thursday, June 23, 2011

The Big Boy Tomato
One of the most popular of the tomato
plants. They take about 90 days
to harvest and can grow up to 3 lbs or more.
The best flavor is when its at least 1 lb and fully ripe.
We are growing these right now in our garden. We would be enjoying them more if a certain 4 year old didn''t like to pick the "green" ones...

 Big Boy Bruschetta

I know what your thinking... What is so glamorous about this bland looking appetizer. Well, some of the simplest snacks settle big boy appetites.  When I was little my Mom would whip up this tasty little treat. It was comforting and easy to make and eat. 

1 Fresh French Roll.
 (Ask the baker at the grocery store for the freshest. You will thank me for it)
1 Big Boy Tomato, very ripe
1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese (2% fat)
2 slices of Turkey Bacon
Salt & Black Pepper to taste

Method

Pre-heat your oven to 350

Slice bread about 3/4 of an inch and place on baking sheet or flat pan
slice your big boy tomato
Place slice of the tomato on the sliced french bread
Season with black pepper and salt
Top with Turkey bacon and cheddar cheese
Bake for 15 minuntes or until bacon crisps and cheddar melts.
Now go crunch!!