Roasted Tomatoes with Garlic
4 - 6 ripe medium tomatoes 2 - 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 - 2 tsp (5 - 10 ml) dried oregano 4 - 6 tsp (20 - 30 ml) olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Cut the tomatoes in half and place on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with chopped garlic and oregano. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake in a preheated 325F (180C) oven for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until the centers of the tomatoes are soft and the skin has begun to shrink. Serve hot, cold, or at room temperature. Serves 4 to 6. |