Fire-Roasted Tomatoes

Slice plum or roma tomatoes in half lengthwise, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and lay cut side up on a baking sheet. Some recipes add spices, such as garlic or oregano. Roast in the oven, hot, for 30-50 minutes, until they are slightly charred. Remove the peels once they cool, if desired. Retain as much of the juices as you can if chopping them up for storage.