Parmesan-baked Tomatoes

Description
This is how tomatoes were prepared as a popular side dish in the 60's and 70's
 * Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
 * Serves 6

Ingredients

 * ½ cup Italian flavored bread crumbs
 * 3 tbsp butter, melted
 * ⅛ tsp black pepper
 * 3 large tomatoes, each cut crosswise in half
 * 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

 * 1) Preheat oven to 350°F.
 * 2) In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, butter and pepper; mix well.
 * 3) Place the tomatoes in an 8 inch square baking dish.
 * 4) Pat the filling mixture evenly over the cut side of each tomato half.
 * 5) Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese and bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until the topping is golden and the tomatoes are heated through.
 * 6) Serve at once.