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Slow Roasted Tomatoes Recipe Easy Homemade Herb Canning Guide

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Slow roasted tomatoes infused with herbs, perfect for canning and preserving the deep, caramelized flavors of summer tomatoes to enjoy year-round.

Ingredients

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  • 8 cups ripe tomatoes (preferably Roma or plum tomatoes)
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, thinly sliced or minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (added after roasting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. Wash and dry the tomatoes thoroughly. Slice them in half lengthwise; quarter larger tomatoes if needed.
  3. Arrange the tomato halves cut side up on baking sheets lined with parchment paper or silicone mats, spaced so they are not touching.
  4. In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
  5. Brush or spoon the herb-infused oil mixture generously over each tomato half.
  6. Place the trays in the oven and roast for 2 to 2 ½ hours until tomatoes are shriveled slightly with caramelized edges and wrinkled skins but not burnt.
  7. Remove from oven and allow tomatoes to cool slightly.
  8. Prepare sterilized canning jars and lids.
  9. Using a jar funnel, pack the slow roasted tomatoes into jars, pressing down gently to fit as much as possible without crushing.
  10. Pour any remaining herb oil from the baking sheet into the jars to cover the tomatoes.
  11. Seal the jars with lids and process them in a boiling water bath for 35 minutes.
  12. Carefully remove jars and place on a towel to cool completely, listening for the seal ‘pop’.

Notes

Use ripe but firm tomatoes to avoid mushy texture. Do not overcrowd pans to ensure even roasting. Rotate pans halfway through roasting for even heat distribution. Watch garlic closely to prevent burning; add halfway through roasting if needed. For canning safety, always use sterilized jars and follow water bath processing times. Label jars with date and contents. Flavors deepen after a few weeks of storage.

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