Tomato Gratin

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2  lbs roma tomatoes, peeled,seeded and halved (or one 28-ounce can whole tomatoes, well drained)
• 6  cloves garlic, minced
• 3  tablespoons  chopped fresh chives
• 2  tablespoons dry marsala (optional)
• 1  cup  fresh breadcrumb, made from french bread
• 1  cup  grated white cheddar cheese
• 2  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Mix tomatoes, garlic, 2 1/2 tablespoons chives, and Marsala in bowl to blend; season to taste with salt and pepper.
3. Transfer to 8 inch gratin dish.
4. Toss breadcrumbs, cheese, and olive oil in large bowl to blend.
5. Season topping to taste with salt and pepper.
6. Sprinkle topping over tomatoes.
7. Bake until juices bubble and topping is golden brown, about 40 minutes.
8. Let stand 10 minutes.
9. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 tablespoon chives and serve.