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Cherry Tomato Confit

Tomato Confit is an easy and delicious way to bring fresh summer cherry tomatoes to a variety of dishes. Don't let the cooking time deter you; most of the process is hands off. Makes about 3 cups of confit.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
2 hrs
Cooling Time
1 hr
Total Time
3 hrs 5 mins
Servings: 12 servings (1/4 cup)
Calories: 178 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: French

Ingredients

  • 2-1/2 pounds cherry tomatoes (a mix of red, yellow, and orange, if desired)
  • 4 large garlic cloves , smashed and peeled
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
  • 1 cup extra virgin olive oil (plus additional, if needed)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher or fine-flaked sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
  • 10-12 fresh basil leaves
  • 3 prigs thyme

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. Place cherry tomatoes and garlic cloves in a single layer in a 3-quart baking dish (13 x 9) or gratin. Sprinkle with lemon zest.
  2. Pour olive oil into the dish, coming about halfway up the sides of the tomatoes. Season the tomatoes with salt and pepper, and add the herbs to the baking dish. (I like to nestle them between the tomatoes.)
  3. Bake, uncovered, for 1-1/2 to 2 hours (cooking time will depend on the size of the cherry tomatoes). When the tomatoes are ready, the tomatoes will be soft, the skins will look wrinkled and will just be starting to burst in areas. Don't cook the tomatoes until they've fully bursted; they should be soft, but not falling apart.
  4. Cool tomatoes in the pan at room temperature, then place in airtight jars. Pour enough of the cooking oil over the tomatoes to submerge by 1/4 to 1/2 inch. Store, refrigerated for up to 5 days. This recipe is not suitable for freezing or canning.

Notes

  • For serving ideas, see the "How to Use Cherry Tomato Confit" section in the article above.
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  • If your tomatoes are very tart, you can add about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of sugar to the dish when you season with salt and pepper to help them along.
  • -For a little heat in the background, sprinkle the tomatoes with a few pinches of crushed red pepper flakes when seasoning.
  • -Just about any of your favorite herbs can be substituted, such as a sprig of fresh rosemary or oregano.

Nutrition Information

Serving 0.25cup Calories 178kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Sodium 205mg (9%) Potassium 210mg (6%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 492IU (10%) Vitamin C 22mg (24%) Calcium 13mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings (1/4 cup)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 178

% Daily Value*

Serving 0.25cup
Calories 178kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 205mg 9%
Potassium 210mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 492IU 10%
Vitamin C 22mg 24%
Calcium 13mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.