Slow Cooker Power

As part of my New Year's resolution to lose weight and stick to a healthier, lower-carb regime, I purchased a slow cooker and a great cookbook "200 Low Carb Slow Cooker Recipes" by the great Dana Carpender today. I purchased both on Amazon. Once I get rolling with the slow cooker, I will post some recipes that work.

In the meantime, here is an old standby recipe I used to use -- it is a delicious and easy side dish that goes well with steak, chicken, pork and seafood.

Pesto Baked Tomatoes:

Cut two large Roma tomatoes in half and scoop out the insides. Lightly coat the tomato shells with olive oil, a touch of Balsamic vinegar, sea salt and cracked pepper. Fill the tomato shells with a good-quality Pesto (you can find great jars of Pesto in most supermarkets) and top with either Romano or Parmesan cheese. Bake at 400 degrees for about 20-30 minutes. (the time depends upon how well you like your tomatoes roasted). I often toast some pine nuts and sprinkle those on top.