Tomato confit is a French technique used to preserve food in oil. This version uses cherry tomatoes and can be used as a condiment or sauce for pastas or pizza. The infused oil can also be used to make vinaigrette or as a finishing touch to brighten up a dish.

Tomato Confit recipe
Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
3hr 0min
Total Time
3hr 10min

Ingredients

8 Servings
(1 serving = 1/4 cup)
  • cherry tomatoes
    cherry tomatoes
    2pt
  • thyme
    thyme
    4sprigs
  • head garlic
    head garlic
    1
  • olive oil
    olive oil
    2cups
  • Salt and pepper to taste
    Salt and pepper to taste

How to make Tomato Confit

  1. Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 225°F (110°C).

  2. Step 2

    Remove stems and rinse cherry tomatoes under cold water.

  3. Step 3

    Place the tomatoes in a baking dish and cover with olive oil.

  4. Step 4

    Add sliced garlic and thyme sprigs to the dish. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. Step 5

    Place the dish in the oven and cook for 2.5 to 3 hours until the tomatoes are soft and infused with oil.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

398.2kcal (19.91%)

Protein

0.2g (0.4%)

Carbs

1.4g (0.53%)

Sugars

1.0g (2.08%)

Healthy Fat

37.8g

Unhealthy Fat

6.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Use the infused oil to make a vinaigrette or as a finishing touch for dishes.

  2. Ensure the tomatoes are fully submerged in oil for even cooking.

FAQS

  1. What is confit?

    Confit is a French technique used to preserve food in oil.

  2. How can I use tomato confit?

    Tomato confit can be used as a condiment, or as a sauce for pastas or pizza.

  3. Can I use the oil from tomato confit?

    Yes, the oil can be used to make vinaigrette or as a finishing touch for dishes.

  4. How long does it take to cook tomato confit?

    It takes about 2.5 to 3 hours to cook tomato confit in the oven.

  5. What temperature should I set the oven for tomato confit?

    Set the oven to 225°F (110°C) for cooking tomato confit.

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