Semi-dried tomatoes

• batch tomatoes

  (any quantity and any size, from cherry to plum)

• olive oil↗

  for brushing and covering

• basil↗

  or oregano, for topping

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Heat oven to 140C/120C fan/gas 1. Halve tomatoes and arrange over a baking sheet, cut-sides up. Brush lightly with olive oil and put a small piece of shredded basil or oregano on each. Sprinkle with seasoning and bake for 2-3 hrs, depending on size, until semi-dried.

2. 2

   Pack into jars and pour over olive oil. Use for salads, sauces, pizza and pasta. Store in the fridge for up to a week.