Easy Three Ingredient Oven Roasted Tomatoes

Easy Three Ingredient Oven Roasted Tomatoes- I always referred to these simple oven roasted tomatoes as "tomato candy". Both Chris and I kept them as a standard pantry item in our professional kitchens, as they have so many uses, both as an ingredient to cook with, or just as is.

The concentrated flavor of these little jewels is like pure tomato. sweet, tart, and a little bit of roast goodness from the caramelized bits that touch the hot pan. Removing the skins after they have cooled is as simple as pinching and lifting them away!

Many of the recipes that we share here are somewhat complex in nature, and our goal is to simplify what seems daunting on the surface. Not the case here at all, instead this is a way to create a very simple item that can be used to great effect.

I love to keep some of these oven roasted tomatoes in the freezer to add a deep, sweet taste to many recipes, and marinating them in olive oil, fresh, (and/or dry), herbs, and garlic makes a lovely treat with hummus, bruschetta, or a garnish for an antipasto tray.

Equipment

• chef knife
• cutting board
• mixing bowl
• sheet pan

Ingredients

• roma tomatoes
• freshly ground black pepper
• olive oil

Instructions For Oven Roasted Tomatoes

Variations On Oven Roasted Tomatoes

You can make a number of different versions of this recipe:

• Add a touch of salt to help remove more water and further cure them. I do this when I know that I'm going to be serving them "as is". They won't interfere with the seasoning when they are utilized in another recipe.
• Tossing the tomatoes in some herbs infuses the essential oils right into them. I typically only do this when I know what I'm doing with them in advance.
• Remove the seeds and cores before cooking for a more refined end result.
• To concentrate the flavors even further and create a chewier texture, lower your oven temp to 275. Let them cook for an extra 45 minutes to an hour, or until they look and taste right for you.