Roasted Roma Tomatoes

A simple, healthful side dish. A good use for winter tomatoes, which can be less flavorful.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup olive oil
• 4  garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 1⁄2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2  lbs roma tomatoes, halved lengthwise

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F Line a baking sheet with foil, and coat lightly with some of the olive oil.
2. In a small bowl, combine the remaining olive oil, garlic, basil, crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper.
3. Place tomatoes cut-side up on the baking sheet. Brush with the olive oil mixture.
4. Bake 25-30 minutes, or until the tomatoes have softened and are sizzling, with the edges slightly charred. Serve hot.