If you've been reading my blog, you know that two of my favorite things are tomatoes and basil. Here I have combined them to make a delectable savory quick bread for dinner. Served with a nice big veggie salad, it makes a great light supper or quick lunch. Refrigerate leftovers if you are lucky enough to have any. Here's the simple recipe.
Tomato Basil Quick Bread
1 1/2 c. whole wheat pastry flour
1/2 c. white whole wheat flour
1/2 tsp. sea salt
1 1/2 tsp. aluminum-free baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
3/4 c. milk
1 egg
2 T. melted butter
4 diced roma tomatoes
1/4 c. fresh basil, chopped
fresh ground black pepper
Preheat oven to 400. In large bowl combine flours, salt, baking powder and soda. In small bowl combine milk, egg, and butter. Stir wet ingredients into dry, mix till just combined. Stir in basil and tomatoes, and a little fresh ground black pepper. Spoon into buttered 10 1/2" cast iron skillet. Bake 20 min. Makes 8 servings.
