Tomato Petals

Directions

1. 1
   Prepare tomatoes Heat oven to 275F and prepare an ice-water bath.
2. 2
   Blanch and peel tomatoes (page 381).
3. 3
   Cut tomatoes in half and scrape out seeds, then cut halves in half.
4. 4
   Transfer to a bowl and toss with the thyme, honey, oil, and salt to combine.
5. 5
   Arrange in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. 6
   Bake Bake until slightly shrunken and almost dry, about 2 hours.
7. 7
   Check after 1 hour; if they are turning too dark, reduce temperature to 225F.
8. 8
   Remove from oven; let cool before using or storing.