Roasted Roma Tomatoes On Toast Recipes

ROASTED ROMA TOMATOES ON TOAST

Steps:

• TOMATOES:.
• Cut tomatoes in half lengthwise.
• Lay halves cut side up in a single layer in an 8- by 12-inch oval or rectangular casserole (rim should be at least 1/2 inches higher than tomatoes).
• In a 1 1/2- to 2-quart pan, combine onion, vinegar, sugar, olive oil, crushed red pepper flakes(if usng) and ginger.
• Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring often.
• Pour over tomatoes.
• Roast in a 400°F oven (convection not recommended) until tomatoes are dark brown and sauce is browned and thickened (bubbles will be large and shiny), about 1 1/4 hours; baste tomatoes with sauce and onions about every 15 minutes at first, then more frequently as mixture begins to thicken, to avoid scorching.
• Use hot, warm, or at room temperature.
• ASSEMBLY:.
• Spread lemon cheese equally on oiled sides of the olive-oil toast slices.
• Set on plates and cover equally with arugula leaves.
• Spoon tomatoes and juices equally onto toast slices.
• Add salt to taste.
• LEMON CHEESE:.
• In a food processor or bowl, combine cream cheese (at room temperature), fresh chèvre (goat cheese), milk, and grated lemon peel.
• Whirl or beat with a mixer on medium-high speed until blended.
• OLIVE OIL TOAST:.
• Lay 8 slices of rustic white bread such as sourdough or ciabatta (about 3 by 4 in., cut about 1/2 inches thick) in a single layer in a shallow 10- by 15-inch pan.
• Bake in a 375°F oven until lightly browned on the bottom, 5 to 6 minutes.
• Turn slices over and brush equally with about 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil.
• Continue baking until golden brown and crisp, 6 to 8 minutes longer.
• Use warm, or let cool on a rack.

AWESOME ROASTED TOMATOES

Steps:

• For the tomatoes: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• Place the tomato halves in a bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil, add the garlic, salt, black pepper and red pepper flakes and toss to coat. Arrange them on a baking sheet cut-side up and roast for 30 minutes.
• For the herb drizzle: Meanwhile, add the basil, olive oil, oregano, capers, lemon juice and some salt and pepper to the bowl of a food processor and blend until smooth and pourable. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
• Arrange the roasted tomatoes on a platter and top with some of the herb drizzle. Garnish with fresh basil and oregano leaves.

ROASTED ROMA TOMATOES

Steps:

• Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
• Mix together the tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, parsley, basil, oregano, and salt and pepper in a bowl, working the seasonings into the cavities of the tomatoes. Place the tomatoes, cut sides up, on a baking sheet, and sprinkle each tomato with about 1 tablespoon of feta cheese.
• Bake the tomatoes in the preheated oven until cooked but still firm, about 15 minutes.

ROASTED ROMA TOMATOES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400°F Line a baking sheet with foil, and coat lightly with some of the olive oil.
• In a small bowl, combine the remaining olive oil, garlic, basil, crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper.
• Place tomatoes cut-side up on the baking sheet. Brush with the olive oil mixture.
• Bake 25-30 minutes, or until the tomatoes have softened and are sizzling, with the edges slightly charred. Serve hot.