Tomato And Garlic Confit

Close-up of a bowl filled with glistening cooked cherry tomatoes, garlic cloves, and sprigs of fresh thyme. The vibrant red and glossy texture of the tomatoes is highlighted, creating an appetizing and flavorful appearance.

5 from 2 votes

This Tomato And Garlic Confit is packed with rich, slow-roasted flavors that make any meal better. Sweet tomatoes and mellow garlic are slow-cooked in olive oil, making it the perfect topping for toast, pasta, or roasted meats. Ready in just 2 hours with minimal hands-on time, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a versatile kitchen staple.

Prep Time3

Cook Time2 5

Total Time2 33

Course: Appetizer, Dips, Sauces, Side Dish

Cuisine: American, French

Servings:

Calories: 505kcal

Author: Nadia

Ingredients

1 pint Cherry Tomatoes
5-10 cloves Garlic
1 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil adjust as needed
½ teaspoon Sea Salt adjust to taste
3 sprigs Thyme fresh

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 225 degrees.
To your small baking dish add the whole cherry tomatoes and peeled garlic cloves in a single layer. Pour the extra virgin olive oil over the tomatoes and garlic until submerged. It’s okay if a few tomatoes are not completely covered, as they will shrink down when they cook.
1 pint Cherry Tomatoes, 5-10 cloves Garlic, 1 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Add the sea salt, and gently toss to combine. If needed, add a little bit more olive oil. Add the fresh thyme sprigs and place the baking dish in the oven.
½ teaspoon Sea Salt, 3 sprigs Thyme
Cook for 2-2.5 hours or until the tomatoes are soft and slightly wrinkly, but still maintain a plump shape.

Notes

Expert Tips And Notes

Patience Is Key: You cannot rush the process. For best results, the tomato garlic confit needs to be cooked at low heat for a long period of time. It is tempting to increase the oven to high temperatures to speed up the process, but remember, all good things take time!
Use Good Olive Oil: Be sure to use good quality organic extra virgin olive oil. No need to use anything super fancy, but something that you cook with regularly will be perfect.
Use Good Quality Tomatoes: Ingredients are key, especially when there are only a handful in this recipe. Look for organic cherry tomatoes, if you don’t grow your own, or can’t get to a farmer’s market, you can usually find fresh tomatoes at your local grocery store.

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