Beefy Tomato Sandwiches Recipes

Steps:

• Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato and discard; remove core. Carefully scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/2-in. shell. Reserve 1 cup pulp (discard remaining pulp or save for another use). Invert tomatoes onto paper towels to drain. , In a nonstick skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the basil, salt, pepper and reserved tomato pulp; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-12 minutes or until the liquid has evaporated. Stir in the rice, cheese and egg; heat through. Spoon into tomato shells. , Place in a shallow 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Steps:

• Spread 1 to 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (depending on taste) evenly over both slices of bread. Place two slices of tomato on one slice of bread and sprinkle with half of the salt and pepper. Add two more slices of tomato and sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper. Place second slice of bread, mayonnaise side down, on the top.

Steps:

• In large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes; drain on paper towels.
• Break each piece in half.
• Meanwhile, using a blender, puree the tomatoes with their oil until mostly smooth.
• In a medium bowl, mix the tomato puree with the mayonnaise and pepper.
• Spread half of the sauce on the roll bottoms.
• Top with the roast beef, 3 pieces of bacon and 1 slice of provolone.
• Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan to medium-low.
• Place the sandwiches and the roll tops on the grill.
• Cover and cook until the rolls are toasted and the meat is heated through, about 5 minutes.
• Slather the roll tops with the reserved sauce and place on the sandwiches.