Summer Snack Deluxe and Simple: Oven Roasted Tomatoes

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Imagine walking into your kitchen and being greeted by the warm, inviting aroma of tomatoes slowly caramelizing in the oven. Oven roasted tomatoes are not just a side dish; they are a culinary treasure that can elevate any meal. With their rich, concentrated flavor and vibrant color, these roasted gems are the perfect addition to salads, pastas, sandwiches, or even enjoyed on their own. Simple to prepare yet bursting with taste, this recipe transforms ordinary tomatoes into a deliciously sweet and savory delight. Whether you're looking to enhance your cooking repertoire or simply want to savor the essence of summer all year round, oven roasted tomatoes are a must-try!

Oven roasted tomatoes ready for the oven

Ingredients:

10-12 big tomatoes (e.g. Costoluto, Pink Boar, Amish Paste) or a mix of small yellow

cherry plum, Bumble Bee & bigger plum tomatoes

3-4 cloves of garlic

1 bunch of basil

3tbsp olive oil

salt and pepper to taste

freshly baked ciabatta bread

mozzarella or parmesan

Directions:

1. Prepare: Wash and cut tomatoes in half. Remove stem base and place cut side up on a baking tray lines with baking paper.

   
   

2. Garlic!: Peel and slice garlic cloves into thin slices. Add as much garlic as you like. Put at least one slice of garlic on each tomato half.

   
   

3. Time for herbs: Wash the basil and pluck off the leaves roughly. Sprinkle the leaves over the tomatoes.

   
   

4. Dressing: Sprinkle olive oil over tomatoes and add salt and pepper to taste.

   
   

5. Bake: Preheat oven to 380°F (approx. 195°C) and bake until tomatoes are tender (20-30min).

   
   

6. Enjoy: Serve with ciabatta bread, mozzarella or parmesan and homemade pesto.