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Named for those who want to ‘kick it up a notch’ from routine burger toppings. Here’s an easy-going sidekick to any burger that’s especially good on Veggie, Chicken and Turkey Burgers.
Makes about 6
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Ingredients:
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2
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large tomatoes
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1/3 cup
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(75 mL)
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commercial basil pesto*
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2 tbsp
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(30 mL)
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grated Parmesan cheese
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Preparation:
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Slice tomatoes about 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick. Place on lightly oiled baking sheet (or heavy foil wrap if barbecuing).
Spread 2 to 3 tsp (10 to 15 mL) pesto on each tomato slice. Sprinkle each with 1 tsp (5 mL) cheese. Place under broiler 1 minute or until cheese lightly browns. (Or, place foil on barbecue, lower lid and cook until tomato is hot.) Place pesto tomatoes on grilled burgers.
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Tip(s):
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*NOTE: To make pesto, in food processor purée 1 cup (250 mL) packed fresh basil leaves, 2 tbsp (30 mL) fresh parsley, 1 large clove garlic, 1/4 cup (50 mL) each: pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese. Drizzle in about 1/4 cup (50 mL) olive oil until smooth.
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