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Zesty Tomato Sauce

Zesty Tomato Sauce

3.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
60 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  2. 2 Toss tomatoes, butter, garlic, and thyme together in a bowl; pour onto prepared baking sheet.
  3. 3 Roast in the preheated oven until tomatoes are slightly charred and have reduced in size, about 1 hour.
  4. 4 Transfer tomato mixture to a blender; add black pepper and kosher salt. Blend until smooth.

By Brandon Squige Johnson

Easy Carbonara Sauce

Easy Carbonara Sauce

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain all but about 2 tablespoons bacon drippings from skillet. Cook and stir onion with bacon in reserved drippings until onion is translucent, 5 to 10 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, 2 minutes.
  2. 2 Pour Alfredo sauce into onion-bacon mixture; rinse jar with the water and pour into skillet. Stir sauce with a wooden spoon, thoroughly scraping any brown bits of food from bottom of the skillet. Bring sauce to a simmer; add tomatoes. Simmer sauce until flavors blend, about 5 minutes.

By Brigette Anderson

Restaurant Style Spaghetti Sauce

Restaurant Style Spaghetti Sauce

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic until tender and fragrant. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste and wine. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. 2 Reduce heat to low, stir in sausage and simmer until sausage is thoroughly cooked.

By az_starshine

Garlic Roasted Tomato Spread

Garlic Roasted Tomato Spread

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
120 min
Total
195 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  2. 2 Arrange tomatoes, cut-side up, in a shallow baking dish; drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle garlic, oregano, sugar, and salt evenly on top.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
  4. 4 Turn tomatoes over and continue baking until caramelized and very soft, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool to room temperature, about 1 hour.
  5. 5 Transfer tomato mixture to a blender or food processor; purée until smooth.

By Allrecipes Member

The Best Pizza Sauce

The Best Pizza Sauce

Prep
5 min
Cook
35 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat and sprinkle with red pepper flakes. Add onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with oregano, basil, and parsley. Add Roma tomatoes, cover, and cook over medium-high heat for 3 to 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and continue to cook for 10 to 12 minutes.
  2. 2 Reduce heat to low and cook until sauce has a thick consistency and the flavors are well blended, about 15 more minutes.

By Karla Harmer

Roasted Roma Tomatoes and Garlic

Roasted Roma Tomatoes and Garlic

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Place tomato halves snugly side by side in a shallow baking dish. Insert whole cloves of garlic between tomatoes. Brush olive oil over the top and sprinkle with basil. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. 3 Bake uncovered in the preheated oven until tomatoes have softened and are sizzling in the pan with the edges slightly charred, 35 to 45 minutes. Serve hot.

By Ali

Roasted Tomato Sauce

Roasted Tomato Sauce

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
35 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  2. 2 Place tomato halves skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Add garlic cloves. Evenly drizzle tomatoes and garlic with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. 3 Roast in the preheated oven until tomatoes are bubbling, about 25 minutes. Increase heat to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Roast until tomatoes just begin to brown, 10 more minutes. Turn off the heat. Let tomatoes sit in the hot oven with the door closed until further caramelized, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4 Transfer roasted tomatoes and garlic to a bowl. Add basil and use a wooden spoon to crush the mixture and break apart the tomatoes, leaving them a bit chunky. Remove peels, if desired. Serve over your favorite cooked pasta.

By Buckwheat Queen

Capellini Pomodoro (Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce)

Capellini Pomodoro (Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce)

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water.
  2. 2 Score a shallow "x" in the bottom of the tomatoes. Add tomatoes to the boiling water and cook uncovered until skin starts to peel off, about 1 minute. Drain in a colander and immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Peel tomatoes.
  3. 3 Transfer peeled tomatoes to a food mill, and process until smooth.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook angel hair pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain, saving 1/4 cup of the pasta water for the sauce.
  5. 5 While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet over low heat. Add garlic and salt and cook until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add pureed tomatoes and as much pasta water as desired. Simmer until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. 6 Divide pasta amongst 4 serving bowls. Top with tomato sauce and sprinkle with fresh basil. Serve immediately.

By thedailygourmet

The Very Best Spaghetti Sauce

The Very Best Spaghetti Sauce

4.3

Prep
30 min
Cook
390 min
Total
420 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add tomatoes and cook for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Remove skins and return tomatoes to the pot and mash them. Stir in tomato paste and 2 cups water. Cover and simmer on low heat.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic and bay leaves for 1 minute, then stir in onions; saute until onions are translucent. Stir in zucchini, green and red bell pepper and mushrooms. Slowly cook and stir for 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir vegetables into tomato sauce and add oregano, Italian seasoning, chili powder and brown sugar. Simmer over low heat for 6 to 8 hours. Stir in the ricotta cheese 10 minutes before serving.

By Jenny R

Baked Caprese Crostini

Baked Caprese Crostini

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  2. 2 Cut baguette into 30 slices; brush slices with 2 tablespoons olive oil on both sides. Arrange on a baking sheet; sprinkle with salt.
  3. 3 Toast in the preheated oven until light golden brown and crisp, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, cut each tomato into 6 slices.
  5. 5 Flip bread slices; top each with 1 slice each tomato and mozzarella. Sprinkle with salt.
  6. 6 Bake in the preheated oven until tomato is warmed through and mozzarella is melted, about 5 minutes.
  7. 7 Transfer crostini to a serving platter; sprinkle with basil. Drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil; sprinkle lightly with salt and black pepper.

By Amanda

Pumpkin Seed Pasta

Pumpkin Seed Pasta

3.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
50 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Spread pumpkin seeds in a single layer on a cookie sheet. Sprinkle the seeds with cayenne pepper.
  3. 3 Roast in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Watch them carefully so that they do not burn. Set aside.
  4. 4 Place the tomatoes in a single layer on a cookie sheet. Scatter the green onion and garlic over the tomatoes. Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil to coat.
  5. 5 Roast in the preheated oven 45 minutes. Remove from oven and cool slightly; remove the skins from the tomatoes.
  6. 6 Meanwhile, fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the gemelli, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  7. 7 Stir the goat cheese into the hot pasta until melted. Then, stir in the roasted peeled tomatoes. Place the pumpkin seeds on top of pasta to serve.

By Nicole Devaney

Cucumber Caprese Salad

Cucumber Caprese Salad

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring balsamic vinegar to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Boil until reduced to 1/4 cup, about 8 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
  2. 2 While the balsamic vinegar is cooling, arrange tomatoes, cucumber, mozzarella slices, and basil leaves in a layered pattern on a small serving platter until the platter is covered. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. 3 Drizzle 1 to 2 tablespoons of the cooled balsamic vinegar over the salad. Serve immediately.

By Kim

Jen's Tomato Arugula Bruschetta

Jen's Tomato Arugula Bruschetta

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
270 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring 4 quarts of water to boil in a large saucepan. Place the roma tomatoes in the boiling water for about 1 minute to loosen the skins. Drain, and rinse with cold water. Peel, core, seed, and coarsely chop.
  2. 2 Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Slowly cook and stir the tomatoes with salt and pepper for 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir in the garlic and cook 5 minutes. Stir the arugula into the mixture, then remove skillet from heat. Transfer mixture to a large bowl.
  4. 4 Gently fold the sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan cheese into the mixture. Cover and chill in the refrigerator approximately 4 hours before serving.

By Esmee Williams

Bruschetta al Pomodoro

Bruschetta al Pomodoro

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
5 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  2. 2 Combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, 1 tablespoon olive oil, oregano, pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper in a bowl; add more olive oil to coat salsa, if needed. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Slice bread into ½-inch-thick slices; arrange on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  4. 4 Broil in the preheated broiler until lightly browned, about 1 minute per side.
  5. 5 Spread tomato salsa on toasted bread slices; return to the oven. Broil until salsa is hot but not cooked, 2 to 3 minutes.

By Ada

Roasted Roma Tomatoes

Roasted Roma Tomatoes

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Mix together tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, parsley, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl, working the seasonings into cavities of tomatoes. Place tomatoes, cut-sides up, on a baking sheet. Sprinkle each tomato with about 1 tablespoon feta cheese.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until tomatoes are cooked but still firm, about 15 minutes.

By WendyWendy

Maria's Tomato-Basil Spaghetti Sauce

Maria's Tomato-Basil Spaghetti Sauce

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Puree tomatoes in a food processor until smooth; strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a large, deep pot over medium heat. Stir strained tomatoes, onion, Parmesan cheese, basil, garlic, and red wine together in the pot with the oil; season with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook at a simmer until thickened, about 25 minutes.

By Cara

Catfish Tuscany

Catfish Tuscany

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat broiler to 500 degrees. Coat a broiling pan with nonstick cooking spray. Brush both sides of fillets with lemon juice, and then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place fillets flat side up on prepared pan.
  2. 2 In a small bowl, mix Parmesan cheese, butter, and mayonnaise.
  3. 3 Broil fish about 4 inches from heat for 6 minutes. Remove pan from oven, and turn fillets over. Spread the cheese mixture evenly over each fillet. Top with tomato slices. Broil an additional 4 to 6 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

By Anne Marie Sweden

Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad

Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
120 min
Total
165 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
  2. 2 Arrange tomatoes, cut sides up, on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1/4 cup olive oil and 1 1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with garlic, sugar, sea salt, and black pepper.
  3. 3 Roast tomatoes in the preheated oven until they begin to turn brown and the juices become thick and sticky, about 2 hours. Let tomatoes cool to room temperature.
  4. 4 Place tomato halves and slices of mozzarella cheese onto a serving platter, alternating tomatoes and cheese to make an attractive pattern; sprinkle salad with basil. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil and 1 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar.

By Jackie

Canning Tomato Sauce from Fresh Tomatoes

Canning Tomato Sauce from Fresh Tomatoes

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
70 min
Total
580 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add tomatoes, in batches, to boiling water for 30 to 45 seconds. Remove from boiling water; plunge into ice water. Peel off tomato skins; cut in half. Remove seeds using your finger or a spoon. Place in a colander to drain.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Combine tomatoes, onion, lemon juice, red wine, celery, basil, bell pepper, garlic, salt, bay leaves, and black pepper in a large pot over medium heat; cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes break down and sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
  4. 4 Inspect 8 pint-sized jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until tomato sauce is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  5. 5 Pack tomato sauce into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within ¼ inch of tops. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around insides of jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  6. 6 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot or canner and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 35 minutes.
  7. 7 Remove jars from the stockpot; place on a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool, 8 hours to overnight. Press centers of lids with a finger to ensure lids do not move up or down. Remove rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By dhires

Naan Bread Margherita Pizza with Prosciutto

Naan Bread Margherita Pizza with Prosciutto

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. 2 Place naan breads on the prepared baking sheet; brush each with olive oil. Sprinkle green onion and garlic over each naan. Arrange 4 slices mozzarella cheese onto each naan; top with tomato slices. Season tomatoes with salt and pepper. Top tomato layers with prosciutto, basil, and Parmesan cheese.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until pizza is crispy on the edges and cheese is melted, about 8 minutes. Turn on the oven's broiler and broil until cheese is lightly browned and bubbling, about 2 minutes.

By Spoons and Stilettos

Flounder Mediterranean

Flounder Mediterranean

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  2. 2 Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Plunge tomatoes into the boiling water and immediately remove to a medium bowl of ice water; drain. Remove and discard skins from tomatoes. Chop tomatoes and set aside.
  3. 3 Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; saute onion until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, garlic and Italian seasoning; cook until tomatoes are tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Mix in olives, wine, capers, lemon juice, and 1/2 the basil. Reduce heat, blend in Parmesan cheese, and cook until the mixture is reduced to a thick sauce, about 15 minutes.
  4. 4 Place flounder in a shallow baking dish. Pour sauce over the fillets and top with remaining basil leaves.
  5. 5 Bake 12 minutes in the preheated oven, until fish is easily flaked with a fork.

By MACKAPLAN3

Deborah's Grilled Chicken

Deborah's Grilled Chicken

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
15 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  2. 2 Place the chicken breast halves between two sheets of heavy plastic (resealable freezer bags work well) on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound the chicken with the smooth side of a meat mallet to a thickness of about 1/2 inch. Brush each chicken breast with olive oil, and sprinkle with a pinch of garlic salt.
  3. 3 Grill the chicken breasts on the preheated grill until the meat is no longer pink inside and the chicken has good grill marks, 5 to 8 minutes per side. Move chicken to a cooler part of the grill to keep warm.
  4. 4 While the chicken is cooking, mix together the tomatoes, basil, green onions, garlic, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice in a bowl.
  5. 5 Place an 8-inch square piece of aluminum foil onto the grill, and move a cooked chicken breast onto the foil. Top the chicken breast with about 1/4 cup of the tomato mixture, and sprinkle the topping with about 2 teaspoons of Parmesan cheese. Repeat for the other pieces of chicken.
  6. 6 Close the lid on the grill, and grill the chicken breasts until the topping is hot, 2 to 3 more minutes.

By deborah

Caprese-Stuffed Chicken Breast with Balsamic Reduction

Caprese-Stuffed Chicken Breast with Balsamic Reduction

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
20 min
Total
295 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix 1/4 cup olive oil, garlic, onion powder, pepper, and salt together in a bowl. Place chicken breasts into a shallow dish and pour marinade over top. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, heat balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan to a slow boil. Allow to boil for 15 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. Cook until vinegar has reduced to half the original volume. Remove from the stove and let cool completely.
  3. 3 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess. Discard remaining marinade.
  4. 4 Layer the basil, mozzarella cheese, and tomato slices evenly onto each piece of chicken. Roll chicken up and secure with toothpicks.
  5. 5 Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add stuffed chicken breasts and sear until browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  6. 6 Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  7. 7 Allow stuffed chicken breasts to rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle with balsamic reduction before serving.

By SunnyDaysNora

Vodka Sauce

Vodka Sauce

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
35 min
Total
110 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a small bowl, combine vodka and red pepper flakes. Set aside for 1 hour.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add prosciutto, garlic, parsley, basil, salt, and pepper; sauté until prosciutto is evenly browned. Pour in vodka mixture and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Crush Roma tomatoes and add to sauce with canned tomato sauce and water. Simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and cook for 2 more minutes.

By RACQUELLE

Black Olive and Rosemary Focaccia

Black Olive and Rosemary Focaccia

4.8

Prep
50 min
Cook
15 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir together the water, sugar, and yeast until dissolved, allow to stand for 5 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 cup rosemary, flour, and salt until a dough forms. Turn onto a lightly floured surface, and knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes. Gently knead in the black olives during the last few minutes of kneading. Place into a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm place until almost doubled in bulk, about 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet, or sprinkle liberally with corn meal.
  3. 3 Deflate dough, and press into prepared baking sheet. Brush dough with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Toss sliced tomatoes, and garlic with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season with 2 tablespoons minced rosemary, salt, and pepper. Arrange the tomato slices over the dough in an even layer. Sprinkle with grated cheese.
  4. 4 Bake in preheated oven until puffed and golden brown; 15 to 20 minutes. Cut into squares and serve immediately.

By Cheryl Leiser Harding

Red Winter Minestrone with Winter Greens Pesto

Red Winter Minestrone with Winter Greens Pesto

Prep
20 min
Cook
45 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare a bowl of ice water. Strip beet greens, turnip greens, and kale from their coarse stems and wash leaves well. Working in batches, cook each bunch in boiling water until bright green and slightly limp, about 1 minute. Transfer immediately to ice water and repeat with remaining greens. Discard cooking water.
  2. 2 Remove greens from ice water and squeeze out as much water as possible.
  3. 3 Combine greens, 2/3 cup olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt in blender or food processor; blend until smooth. Transfer pesto to a bowl and cover surface with plastic wrap.
  4. 4 Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in large pot over medium-high heat. Stir in onion, grated tomato, 4 cloves minced garlic, rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, bay leaf, and chili flakes. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes; reduce heat to low. Continue cooking and stirring until vegetables are a deep golden brown, 20 to 30 minutes.
  5. 5 Pour remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over onion mixture. Stir in leek, carrot, turnips, and beets. Increase heat to medium-high and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
  6. 6 Pour white wine over vegetable mixture and scrape browned bits off the bottom of the pot. Mix cannellini beans and green beans into vegetable mixture; pour in 5 cups water. Bring liquid to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until green beans are tender, about 5 minutes more. Stir in parsley and lemon juice.
  7. 7 Divide soup among heated bowls and serve with a generous dollop of the winter greens pesto.

By Oxbow Farm

Homemade Tomato Puree

Homemade Tomato Puree

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Wash tomatoes, cut in half, and remove cores. Roughly chop tomatoes and place into a large pot with salt.
  2. 2 Bring tomatoes to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes are soft and reduced down, about 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool, about 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Place tomatoes in a blender and puree until smooth, about 30 seconds. Strain tomatoes through a fine mesh strainer, pushing the mixture through with the back of a spoon to remove bits of skin and seeds.
  4. 4 Ladle into 2 clean pint-sized jars and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. If you prefer a thicker puree, return to the pot and simmer to desired consistency, then cool and place in jars.

By France Cevallos

Broiled Parmesan Tomatoes

Broiled Parmesan Tomatoes

4.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat a broiler according to manufacturer's recommendations. Line a baking sheet or small sheet pan with aluminum foil.
  2. 2 Slice tomatoes in half crossways. Slice thin slices off of the round part of the tomato halves so they will sit straight on the pan.
  3. 3 Place tomato halves on the prepared pan and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste.
  4. 4 Place seasoned tomatoes under the broiler and broil about 4 minutes. Be sure to watch carefully, so they won't burn.
  5. 5 Sprinkle 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese on each tomato half, and return to the broiler.
  6. 6 Broil until Parmesan cheese is melted and bubbly, 45 seconds to 1 minute.
  7. 7 Transfer broiled tomatoes on a plate or serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm.

By Bibi

Red, Juicy, Herb-Fried Tomatoes

Red, Juicy, Herb-Fried Tomatoes

3.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix together basil, thyme, salt, and white pepper in a bowl. Mix in 5 teaspoons olive oil to make a spreadable paste. Spread paste on cut-side of each tomato half.
  2. 2 Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Place tomatoes herb-side down in the skillet. Cover and simmer until tomatoes are hot but not stewed, about 5 minutes.

By LITTLE OREGON GIRL

Burnt Salsa

Burnt Salsa

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate. Place tomatoes, jalapeno peppers, serrano peppers, and Anaheim peppers on grill.
  2. 2 Cook on the preheated grill, turning often, until tomatoes have collapsed and all peppers are blackened, 30 to 40 minutes.
  3. 3 Transfer tomatoes, jalapeno peppers, serrano peppers, and Anaheim peppers to a large serving bowl; blend with an immersion blender until chunky. Add onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, chili-lime seasoning, and black pepper; stir salsa to combine.

By Patty C