Description
Slow-cooked vine tomatoes infused with roasted garlic, gently baked in olive oil to create a rich, flavorful dish perfect as a topping or a side. This simple yet delicious recipe enhances the natural sweetness of cherry tomatoes and can be served warm with crusty bread or tossed through pasta for a quick sauce.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 300g cherry vine tomatoes
- 1 or 2 small garlic bulbs, cut in half to expose the flesh
- 150ml olive oil
- Crusty bread, to serve (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 150°C (130°C fan) or gas mark 2 to ensure a low slow baking temperature that will gently roast the tomatoes and garlic.
- Prepare the baking dish: Place the cherry vine tomatoes and halved garlic bulbs into a snug-fitting baking dish. Season the mixture well with salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Add olive oil and cover: Pour 150ml of olive oil evenly over the tomatoes and garlic, then cover the dish tightly with foil to retain moisture during baking.
- Bake slowly: Place the covered dish in the oven and bake for 1¼ hours. This slow cooking tenderizes the tomatoes and roasts the garlic perfectly.
- Finish and serve: After baking, gently squash the roasted garlic to release its flavor into the oil and stir it through the tomatoes. Serve warm, optionally with crusty bread for dipping or spreading. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Notes
- The slow roasting process intensifies the natural sweetness of the tomatoes and mellows the garlic for a rich, savory flavor.
- The cooked tomatoes and garlic make a fantastic base for a quick pasta sauce or a delicious pizza topping.
- Ensure the baking dish fits the tomatoes snugly to prevent excessive liquid evaporation.
- Allow the dish to cool before refrigerating to prolong shelf life up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: slow roasted tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, baked tomatoes, Mediterranean side dish, vegetarian recipe, easy tomato sauce
