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Tomato Confit

Cultural Context

Originating from the French technique of preserving food, tomato confit showcases the beauty of ripe summer tomatoes. Traditionally, confit refers to foods cooked slowly in fat, allowing flavors to deepen and develop. This dish is often used as a condiment, enhancing various meals, and has inspired numerous adaptations worldwide, from pasta dishes to gourmet sandwiches.

FrenchFRside
180 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups tomatoes
1 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons thyme
2 bay leaves
4 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon sugar

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor with healthier fats.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Dried basil can provide a similar aromatic quality.

garlic

💰Cheaper: garlic powder

Garlic powder is a convenient alternative.

thyme

💰Cheaper: oregano

Oregano can substitute for thyme in flavor.

1

Toss the tomatoes in an 8 by 8 dish.

2

Drown the tomatoes halfway in olive oil.

3

Add salt and herbs to the dish.

4

Tuck in a garlic head with the top sliced off to expose the cloves.

5

Roast low and slow at 250°F until the tomatoes are wrinkly, about 2 hours.

6

Let the tomatoes cool.

7

Jar them up.

Cooking Techniques

roastinginfusing

Equipment Needed

8 by 8 dishoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianvegan

Also Known As

Confit de Tomates
Local Name: Tomate confite

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