Marinated Sun-Dried Tomatoes

The tomatoes will become slightly stronger with refrigeration time, yield is only estimated. If you prefer to use fresh herbs, then use 2-1/2 tablespoons of fresh in place of dry.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Yields: 1 cup

Ingredients

• 1 (3 ounce) package sun-dried tomatoes
•  boiling water
• 1⁄2 cup olive oil
• 3 -4  fresh minced garlic cloves
• 1  teaspoon dried oregano
• 1  teaspoon dried basil
•  salt (optional)

Directions

1. Place the sun-dried tomatoes in a small bowl.
2. Cover with boiling water (just to cover) and let soak for 3 minutes; drain.
3. Slice, and return to bowl.
4. Add in oil and remaining ingredients.
5. Let sit at room temperature for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
6. Store in the refrigerator covered in a glass jar.
7. **NOTE** the oil will thicken in the fridge, just warm slightly in the microwave before using.