Oven "Sun-Dried" Tomatoes in Olive Oil

Discover the magic of homemade "sun-dried" tomatoes, a delightful addition to any dish. Whether tossed in a salad, layered on a sandwich, mixed into pasta, or paired with cheese, these tomatoes elevate your meals with a rich, intense tomato and herb flavor.

Simple yet exquisite on wholemeal bread, this recipe transforms ripe tomatoes into aromatic jewels. Easy to prepare, it's a culinary adventure worth exploring. Let your senses guide you to creative culinary uses for these flavorful gems.

Ingredients
Tomatoes
2 kg
Garlic cloves
10 pieces
Dried basil
2 tsp
Pepper
1 tsp
Salt
2 tsp
Sugar
2 tsp
Olive oil
300 ml
affordable variety recommended
Step by step
Step 1

Begin by thoroughly washing the plum tomatoes and allowing them to drain.

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Step 2

Prepare one or two oven trays by lining them with aluminum foil, shiny side up.

Halve the tomatoes and place them on the tray.

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Step 3

Evenly sprinkle the halved tomatoes with pepper, basil (or herbs from Provence), salt, and sugar.

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Step 4

Drizzle olive oil over the tomatoes and scatter crushed garlic atop.

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Step 5

Bake in a preheated oven at 100 degrees Celsius for 4-6 hours, adjusting the time based on tomato size.

Utilize ventilation if available.

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Step 6

Tomatoes are perfect when slightly dried yet pliable. They may appear oily but closer inspection reveals their readiness.

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Step 7

For storage, place the tomatoes in dry jars. If refrigerating, simply cover them with olive oil in jars.

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Step 8

For pantry storage, seal the jars tightly and sterilize in the oven at 150 degrees Celsius for 40-45 minutes. Allow to cool at room temperature.

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Step 9

Highly recommended for those who prefer homemade canned goods. This simple recipe yields delicious results.

Enjoy your flavorful culinary creations with these homemade "sun-dried" tomatoes.

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Quantity: 1 kg (2-3 small jars)
Prep time:
300 min
Difficulty: easy
Ready in: 15 min