Slow Roasted Balsamic Tomatoes With Leeks And Basil Recipes

SLOW-ROASTED BALSAMIC TOMATOES WITH LEEKS AND BASIL

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 170 degrees C/ 325 degrees F.
• Cut an'X' into the top of each tomato.
• Sprinkle the garlic and basil over the bottom of a baking dish that the tomatoes will fit neatly into.
• Stand the tomatoes next to each other in the dish, on top of the garlic and basil.
• Push the bay leaves into the top of the tomatoes and season with the salt and pepper.
• Sprinkle the leeks in and around the tomatoes.
• Pour over the balsamic vinegar.
• Drizzle over the olive oil.
• Bake in preheated oven for an hour.
• Remove the bay leaves.
• Serve.

BALSAMIC MARINATED TOMATOES

Steps:

• Cut tomatoes in half.
• Combine all ingredients, tossing gently to coat.
• Place in fridge until ready to serve.

ROASTED BALSAMIC TOMATOES

Steps:

• Core the tomatoes and cut them in half horizontally.
• Place the tomato halves into a mixing bowl.
• Mix the remaining ingredients together and pour over the top of the tomatoes and mix thoroughly.
• Marinate for at least 6 hours in the refrigerator.
• Remove from the refrigerator and place the tomatoes cut side up onto a wax paper-lined baking sheet.
• Place the tomato tray into a 150ºF pre-heated oven and allow them to slow roast for 6½-7 hours.
• Remove from the oven and allow to cool.

ROASTED TOMATOES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
• Arrange the tomatoes on a sheet pan, cut sides up, in a single layer. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle the garlic, sugar, salt, and pepper over the tomatoes. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, until the tomatoes are concentrated and beginning to caramelize. Serve warm or at room temperature.