RECIPE – Cherry Tomato Ragout

Tomatoes have many health benefits: They can help lower cholesterol, fight against heart disease, and according to some studies, even prevent some forms of cancerous cell formation. Tomatoes have a high level of Lycopene, which is an anti-oxidant that can fight against those cancerous cell formations and also flush out free radicals in the body. The anti-oxidants in the tomato actually help to give it the rich red color! Since tomatoes are a popular summer and fall treat, here’s a great recipe to try at home.

Cherry Tomato Ragout

Ingredients:

• 3 pints cherry tomatoes, any and all varieties encouraged, sliced in half (or quarters if they’re big)
• 3 sprigs of whatever fresh herbs you want—thyme and oregano work well
• ½ cup sliced basil
• 1 shallot minced
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper

Directions:

1. Get a pan really hot.
2. Heat olive oil for a few seconds.
3. Add shallot and herbs (not basil) and cook for 2-3 minutes.
4. Add garlic and tomatoes and stir around the pan for a minute.
5. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Cook for 10-15 minutes, until tomatoes have softened and juice is released.
7. Add balsamic and let cook for another 5 minutes.
8. Turn off heat, add basil.
9. Taste and season as needed.

Serve however you like!

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