Broiled Parmesan Tomatoes

Ingredients:
Two medium ripe tomatoes (12 to 14 ounces total)
One clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil, or 1-teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup fresh soft bread crumbs, or one slice bread, crumbled
1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:
Cut the tomatoes in half crosswise. Gently squeeze out and discard the seeds. Place the tomatoes cut side up on a broiler pan prepared with nonstick spray.

Combine the garlic, oil, basil, and pepper in a small bowl. Brush evenly over the cut surfaces of the tomatoes. Broil 6-inches from the heat source until hot, about five minutes.

While the tomatoes are broiling, combine the crumbs and cheese in a small bowl; sprinkle evenly over the tops of the hot tomatoes. Return to the broiler until the crumbs are browned, about two minutes. Serve immediately.

Recipe makes four servings.

Nutrition information per serving (1/2-tomato):
Calories: 60
Total fat: 3g
Saturated fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 1mg
Sodium: 62mg
Carbohydrate: 7g
Protein: 2g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Diabetic Exchanges:  1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat