Tomato Farcies (Recipe from 1892)

Tomato Farcies (Stuffed Tomatoes) (Recipe from 1892) >>>

New Zealand Mail, 9 December 1892, Page 16

Here is the Tomato Farcies recipe converted into metric measurements and modern terms. Tomates Farcies is a classic French dish that translates to “stuffed tomatoes.”

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Tomato Farcies (Metric Version)

Ingredients:

• 8 medium round, very ripe tomatoes

• 20g butter (for cooking the filling)

• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 50ml stock (vegetable or chicken)

• 20g butter (for the filling)

• 2 egg yolks

• 50g breadcrumbs (plus extra for topping)

• 20g butter or a few drops of olive oil (for topping)

Optional:

• 100g sausage meat (if desired to mix with the farce)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Tomatoes:
   Cut a round off the stalk end of each tomato and scoop out the interior carefully without splitting the tomato.

2. Prepare the Filling:
   Place the scooped-out tomato flesh in a saucepan with 20g butter, parsley, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Let it reduce over medium heat, then pass the mixture through a sieve or blend for a smoother texture.

3. Thicken the Mixture:
   Add 50ml stock, 20g butter, and 2 egg yolks to the mixture. Stir in 50g of soaked breadcrumbs to thicken.

4. Fill Tomatoes:
   Place the hollowed tomatoes in an ovenproof dish with a bit of oil or butter to prevent sticking. Fill each tomato with the prepared mixture.

5. Top and Bake:
   Sprinkle with extra dried and browned breadcrumbs. Add a few drops of olive oil or a small piece of butter on each tomato. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10-15 minutes.

6. Optional Variation:
   You can mix in 100g of very good sausage meat with the farce for a heartier version.