Sun Dried Tomatoes
How to make sun-dried tomatoes. Easy recipe to make sun-dried tomatoes to use in pasta to salads. Tips & ways to use them in your favorite recipes.
Ingredients
- 1 kg Tomatoes plum or Roma tomatoes work best
- 2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Mixed herbs optional, such as oregano, basil, or thyme
- 1/2 cup Olive oil for storing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to a low temperature, around 200°F (93°C).
- Wash and dry your tomatoes, then slice them into uniform thickness, about ¼ inch thick.
- Remove the seeds from the tomatoes and place the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle the tomato slices with salt, pepper, and herbs of your choice.
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for several hours, checking occasionally, until the tomatoes are shriveled and dry to the touch.
- Once cooled, transfer the sun-dried tomatoes to an airtight container or jar and cover them with olive oil to preserve their freshness.
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Nutrition
Calories: 18kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.03gSodium: 470mgPotassium: 237mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 834IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg
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