Herb-Roasted Cor de Bou Tomatoes

• 4 beefsteak tomatoes (preferably cor de bou)
• 25 basil leaves
• 12 sprigs thyme

These “meaty” tomatoes are just perfect for roasting, but any large beefsteak tomato will suffice.

Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/gas mark 4.

Remove the stalk from the tomatoes to create a small cavity and cut 2 slashes on each side. Push most of the basil leaves (rese