Roasted Cherry Tomatoes – The Secret to a Flavorful Sauce!
- Angela & i
- Apr 19, 2025
- 2 min read
Angela’s slow-roasted cherry tomatoes recipe is simple, practical, and wonderfully versatile. Cherry tomatoes are gently roasted in the oven with olive oil and fresh oregano from her garden. The Secret to a Flavorful Sauce! Once caramelized and bursting with flavor, they become the perfect base for two delicious sauces—one rustic and chunky, the other silky and unctuous. But that’s just the beginning—you can use them in countless other recipes, from pastas and pizzas to frittatas and bruschetta.
DETAILS |
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Prep time: 10 minutes |
Cook time: About 45 minutes |
Yield: Approximaly 1 kilo |
Dfficulty: Easy |
INGRÉDIENTS |
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1 kilo of cherry tomatoes |
1 bunch of fresh oregano |
4 garlic cloves |
½ cup extra virgin olive oil |
Salt & pepper to taste |
INSTGRUCTIONS
1 - Preheat oven to 350˚F (175˚C).
2 - Slice cherry tomatoes in half.
3 - Arrange them cut side up on one or two baking trays, depending on the size.
4 - Finely mince the garlic and sprinkle it over the tomatoes.
5 - Chop the oregano and add it as well.
6 - Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the tray.
7 - Season generously with salt and pepper.
8 - Roast in the oven for about 45 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and slightly caramelized.
9 - Remove from the oven—et voilà! You now have a rich, slow-roasted cherry tomato base.
Angela’s Recipe Ideas with Roasted Tomatoes
Spaghetti with Creamy Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce and Buffalo Mozzarella.
Add the desired amount of roasted tomatoes to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy. Your silky sauce is ready to enjoy!
Frittata with roasted cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, and crispy pancetta
Spaghetti with roasted cherry tomatoes, pine nuts, and fresh basil
Pizza with roasted cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and a zesty arugula salad
