Roasted Tomatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 400F.
2. 2
   Slice the tomatoes in half lengthwise, toss them with the olive oil, thyme, 1 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of pepper.
3. 3
   Place the tomatoes, cut side down, on a baking sheet, and roast in the oven 30 to 40 minutes, until their skins blister and shrivel.
4. 4
   When the tomatoes have cooled, pull off their skins and crush them gently with your hands.
5. 5
   We often substitute San Marzano canned tomatoes in this recipe.
6. 6
   If so, omit the salt and roast in a cazuela rather than on a baking sheet.