Vodka-Spiked Cherry Tomatoes With Pepper Salt

1. 1

   Cut a small X in bottom of each tomato. Blanch tomatoes, 5 at a time, in a saucepan of boiling water 3 seconds. Immediately transfer with a slotted spoon to an ice bath to stop cooking.

2. 2

   Drain and peel, transferring to a large shallow dish.

3. 3

   Stir together vodka, vinegar, sugar, and zest until sugar has dissolved, then pour over tomatoes, gently tossing to coat. Marinate, chilled, at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour.

4. 4

   Stir together salt and pepper and serve with tomatoes for dipping.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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