Cook tomatoes

Sure! Here are a few simple and healthy ways to cook tomatoes, depending on your goal (sauce, soup, roasting, etc.):

🍅 Basic Ways to Cook Tomatoes

1. Sautéed Tomatoes (Quick & Easy)

Great for pasta, toast, or a side dish.

Ingredients:

• 1–2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes or chopped regular tomatoes

• 2 garlic cloves, sliced

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Optional: basil, chili flakes

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

2. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. Add tomatoes, stir occasionally, and cook for 5–7 minutes until they soften and start to blister.

4. Season and serve.

2. Roasted Tomatoes

Brings out natural sweetness. Perfect for soups, salads, or sandwiches.

Ingredients:

• Tomatoes (halved or quartered)

• Olive oil

• Salt, pepper, and herbs (like thyme or oregano)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Arrange tomatoes on a baking tray, cut side up.

3. Drizzle with olive oil, season, and roast for 25–30 minutes.

4. Use immediately or store in the fridge for up to 5 days.

3. Stewed Tomatoes (for soups or sauces)

Perfect base for a detox soup or pasta sauce.

Ingredients:

• 4–5 ripe tomatoes, chopped (or 1 can diced tomatoes)

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• Olive oil

• Salt, pepper, herbs

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until soft.

2. Add tomatoes and bring to a simmer.

3. Cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

4. Optional: Blend for a smooth sauce.

4. Boiled & Peeled Tomatoes (for sauce or freezing)

Used for making homemade tomato sauce or canning.

Instructions:

1. Score an “X” on the bottom of each tomato.

2. Boil for 30–60 seconds until skins loosen.

3. Transfer to ice water to cool.

4. Peel, chop, and use as needed.