Stewed Tomatoes Spiced With Mustard

Ingredients

• 4 large tomatoes, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons mustard
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the chopped tomatoes and stir to combine.
4. Add the mustard, oregano, rosemary, and salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Tomatoes are a great source of the antioxidant lycopene, which helps protect against cancer and heart disease.
• Mustard is believed to have been used as a condiment since the time of the Ancient Romans.
• Oregano is an herb that has been used as a medicinal plant since ancient times.