Tomatoes with Chopped Herbs

Assemble these supplies:

• 4 tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, or
• 2 teaspoons dried
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps in preparation:

1. Bring enough water to a boil to cover tomatoes.
2. Drop tomatoes into boiling water for about 15 seconds.
3. Drain tomatoes.
4. With paring knife, slip off their skins.
5. Slice tomatoes and arrange on platter.
6. Refrigerate.
7. Before serving, top tomatoes with chopped herbs and season with salt and pepper.

ADDED TOUCH

For a quick dessert, chill a honeydew melon and, just before serving, cut into slices. Then run a sharp knife between the melon and the rind and cut the melon into bite-size pieces. Garnish with fresh sprigs of mint.

LEFTOVER SUGGESTION

The bulgur-and-vegetable mixture makes a good cold dish, and you will find it worthwhile to double the recipe and have leftovers. Toss it lightly with a vinaigrette dressing and garnish it with tomato wedges.