Vegetables

Cherry Tomato Confit

Name: Cherry Tomato Confit
Prep time: 79 min
Yield: 5 portions
Ingredients: 200 g cherry tomatoes; 2 pinches salt; 1 pinch black pepper; 1 bay leaf (1 g); 1 sprig rosemary (5 g); 3 sprigs thyme (9 g); 3 garlic cloves, unpeeled (21 g); 1 cup olive oil (200 ml)

Preparation time: 79 min

Serves: 5 portions

Confit tomatoes are perfect to pair with meats, pasta, salads, bread, and toast. So, if you want to add a special touch to any of these dishes, you’re in the right place!

To make this umami-packed delight, all you need is olive oil, some herbs, and cherry tomatoes. The recipe is simple, serves up to 5 portions, and is perfect for a dinner with guests or a special lunch!

Ingredients

200 g cherry tomatoes
2 pinches salt
1 pinch black pepper
1 bay leaf (1 g)
1 sprig rosemary (5 g)
3 sprigs thyme (9 g)
3 garlic cloves, unpeeled (21 g)
1 cup olive oil (200 ml)

Modo de preparo

Wash and dry the cherry tomatoes well.
In a small baking dish, place the tomatoes and season with salt and pepper.
Add the bay leaf, rosemary, thyme, and garlic. Drizzle with olive oil (enough to cover about half the height of the tomatoes).
Make sure the herbs are submerged in the oil to prevent them from burning in the oven. Bake in a preheated medium oven (180 °C / 350 °F) for about 45 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft but not falling apart.
Remove from the oven, transfer to a jar with a lid, and refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Tip: This preserve can be served with bread, toast, salads, meats, pasta, and many other dishes—just let your taste and imagination guide you!

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