Slow Roasted Tomatoes - tomatoes

Method

• Preheat the oven to 350F, and position the rack in the middle of the oven.
• Line 1 large or 2 smaller baking sheets with parchment paper.
• Sliver the garlic as thinly as possible.
• Cut the tomatoes in half.
• Cut larger ones in quarters.
• Arrange the tomatoes, cut side up, on the baking sheet, leaving plenty of space in between.
• Drizzle each tomato with oil and rub with your fingers to coat well.
• Sprinkle with the garlic, herbs, and salt.
• Reduce the oven to 300F and bake for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, until the tomatoes are shriveled and beginning to brown.
• Let cool, and transfer to an airtight container or jar if not using right away.