Tomato Butter
Description
Broiled cherry tomatoes are used for this delicious tomato butter that tastes great on meat, fish, or vegetables.
Ingredients
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2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 clove garlic, peeled and quartered
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1/4 teaspoon dried red chili flakes
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salt to taste
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2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature
Directions
1
Preheat the oven's broiler to high heat.
2
Place the tomatoes on a foil-lined, rimmed baking sheet, and place on a rack about 6 inches from the heating element.
3
Broil tomatoes until they start to brown and release their juice, shaking the pan occasionally, so the tomatoes brown all over, 6 to 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and let the tomatoes cool to room temperature.
4
Drain tomatoes and place in a food processor. Add thyme, oregano, garlic, red pepper flakes, and salt. Pulse until finely chopped, but not completely smooth.
5
Cube the butter and add to the food processor. Blend until butter is completely incorporated into the tomato mixture, scraping down sides of bowl, if necessary, 25 to 30 seconds.
6
Transfer the butter to a small covered dish. May be served immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.