->Sundried Tomatoes 02 <-

Wash, halve and seed fresh plum tomatoes. Place on racks and bake

175 F (80 C) oven until wrinkled and dry,

16 to 18 hours.

Sprinkle a thin layer of rock salt in the bottom of a jar. Pack in

the tomatoes and cover with olive oil, making sure the tomatoes

are completely immersed. Add a sprig of rosemary or a couple of

dried chilies to the oil, if desired. Store in the refrigerator.

Scatter the tomatoes into pasta sauces, chop them finely with olives

for a salsa to serve with fish or mix them with cream cheese to

make a spread for crackers.