Homemade Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Learn how to make your own sun-dried tomatoes at home with this simple and delicious recipe. Oven-dried to perfection, these tomatoes are bursting with flavor and can be used in a variety of dishes. Whether you toss them in pasta, spread them on toasted bread, or use them as a topping for salads, these sun-dried tomatoes are sure to add a punch of flavor to any recipe.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds of plum tomatoes
• Kosher salt
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Garlic powder
• Dried basil
• Dried oregano

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 200°F (93°C).
2. Cut the tomatoes in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
3. Place the tomato halves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cut side up.
4. Sprinkle the tomatoes with kosher salt, making sure to cover each piece.
5. Drizzle the tomatoes with olive oil, making sure to coat each piece evenly.
6. Season the tomatoes with freshly ground black pepper, garlic powder, dried basil, and dried oregano.
7. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 6-8 hours, or until the tomatoes are shriveled and dry, but still slightly pliable.
8. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the tomatoes cool completely.
9. Once cooled, transfer the sun-dried tomatoes to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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