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Preheat oven to 275F.
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Prepare the tomatoes: Drain the juice from the can and cut each tomato in half, removing the insides.
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Save the juice and tomato guts for marinara sauce or another use!
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Place the tomatoes in an oven proof dish, cut side up, in one layer.
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Note: You can use fresh tomatoes for this!
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Boil fresh tomatoes in a pot of water for 1 minute, then remove the skins, then cut in half and remove the guts.
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Proceed with the recipe as directed, adding 20 minutes cooking time.
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Sprinkle the tomatoes with salt and sugar.
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Cover with olive oil you might need more than a cup if youre making a lot!
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The oil should come to 1/4 inch below the top of the tomatoes.
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Cook the tomatoes for 45 minutes, remove from the oven, and flip them over.
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Cook for 30 more minutes, remove from the oven, and flip over again.
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Cook tomatoes cut-side up for 20-30 more minutes until the tomatoes are very dark brown but not burnt at the edges.
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Meanwhile, mince the garlic and herbs, if using.
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When the tomatoes are done, sprinkle the garlic and herbs over the hot tomatoes and oil, then cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap.
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Let the mixture rest for at least 15 minutes before serving.
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Serve tomatoes and flavored oil with baguette, crackers, cheese, and veggies.
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Enjoy!
