Instructions

1. Turn the oven to the broiler setting and place an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.

2. Cut rinsed tomatoes into slices at least a 1/2-inch thick. Use any variety of medium to large-sized tomatoes, including plums, heirloom and beefsteak. Arrange the tomatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with foil and drizzle lightly with olive oil.

3. Pour dry breadcrumbs, traditional or panko, into a large bowl, along with an equal amount of shredded or grated Parmesan cheese. Use pre-seasoned breadcrumbs, or season them yourself with salt, pepper and other additions, such as garlic powder and dried herbs.

4. Spoon the breadcrumb and Parmesan cheese mixture evenly onto each tomato slice, then place the baking sheet in the oven to broil for two to three minutes, just until the breadcrumbs turn golden brown. Add another drizzle of olive oil over the tomatoes before serving.