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AROMATIC ROASTED TOMATO CREAM

AROMATIC ROASTED TOMATO CREAM

AROMATIC ROASTED TOMATO CREAM

A smooth and flavorful roasted tomato cream perfect for multiple uses: as a puff pastry filling, a pasta sauce, or a spread on toasted garlic bread. Customize with herbs and optional orange juice for a bright twist.


πŸ… Ingredients

  • 8-10 ripe tomatoes
  • 3-4 garlic cloves
  • Thyme (fresh or dried)
  • Olive oil
  • Salt, a pinch of black pepper
  • Basil, sage (or oregano)

Optional:

  • Butter
  • Fresh orange juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare Tomatoes:
  • Blanch tomatoes briefly in boiling water to loosen skins, then peel them.
  • Cut tomatoes into quarters and place in an olive oil–greased baking tray.
  1. Add Aromatics:
  • Sprinkle crushed garlic, thyme, basil, sage (or oregano), salt, and pepper over the tomatoes.
  • Drizzle with a bit of olive oil.
  1. Slow Roast:
  • Roast in a preheated oven at 60Β°C (140Β°F) until tomatoes are dried and soft.
  1. Blend the Cream:
  • Transfer roasted tomatoes and herbs to a blender or food processor.
  • Blend while drizzling in olive oil until you achieve a creamy consistency.
  • Adjust seasoning with thyme, sage, and basil to taste.
  • Add fresh orange juice for a subtle citrus note if desired.
  1. Balance Acidity:
  • If the cream tastes too acidic from the tomatoes, stir in a bit of butter to mellow the flavor.

Storage

  • Keep refrigerated up to 4 days.
  • Freeze for up to 4 months.

πŸ’‘ Tips

  • Slow roasting at low temperature intensifies tomato sweetness and flavor.
  • Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for best results.
  • This cream pairs beautifully with crusty bread, pasta, or as a gourmet spread.

πŸ“ Final Thoughts

This roasted tomato cream is versatile, fragrant, and easy to prepare, elevating everyday dishes with its rich, herbaceous depth and subtle citrus freshness.