Cheesy Baked Tomato Casserole

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
• 1-2 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
• 1 small onion (finely chopped)
• 1 1/4-1 1/2 cups bread crumbs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon basil
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 2-3 dashes black pepper
• 5 medium tomatoes (ripe but firm) sliced
• 2/3 cup freshly grated parmigiano
• 1/2-3/4 cup shredded firm mozzarella or gruyere cheese
• 3-4 fresh basil leaves chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   Pre-heat oven to 375F/190C. Lightly grease an 8 inch / 20cm square pan.

2. 2

   In a medium skillet over medium heat, add 3 tablespoons of olive oil and heat, add the onion and garlic, cook 2-3 minutes, until tender, stir in the crumbs, salt, basil, oregano and pepper, cook stirring often for 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Make 3 layers starting with a layer of tomatoes, sprinkle with a layer of crumbs and some parmigiano, continue for another 2 layers. On the final level drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil and top with the shredded cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, uncover and continue to bake for 5 minutes (broil if necessary) until golden on top. Sprinkle with fresh basil before serving. Enjoy!