Zippy Little Thing | Green Tomato, Jalapeño Pimento, and Phyllo

Equipment

• Cutting Board
• Chef’s Knife
• Basting Brush
• Baking Dish
• Small Bowl
• Medium Bowl

Ingredients

• 1 large green tomato
• 1/2 c shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/2 c shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• 1 tsp mustard
• 2 tbs jalapeños
• 1/3 c mayo
• 4 slices phyllo dough
• 1 egg
• 2 tbs melted butter
• 2 tbs olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°
2. Turn the green tomato on its side and cut two thick slices from its center.
3. Lightly coat the tomato slices with oil and salt, then bake for 20 minutes.
4. In a medium bowl, make the pimento cheese by mixing sharp cheddar cheese, mozzarella, garlic, mustard, jalapeños, and mayo.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, melted butter, and olive oil.
6. Lay two sheets of phyllo dough flat, one on top of the other, and brush with the egg mixture, covering most of the surface.
7. Place a dollop of jalapeño pimento cheese in the center of the phyllo, then top with a roasted green tomato slice.
8. Fold the edges of the phyllo around the tomato: fold in their sides first, then brush with egg mixture. Next fold the top and bottom over, and brush again with egg mixture.
9. Flip the phyllo pocket so the folded edges are underneath, and place it on a baking dish.
10. Repeat with second tomato slice.
11. Brush the tops of both pockets with remaining egg mixture.
12. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.
13. Enjoy!