Fall Vegetable Salad With Oven Dried Tomatoes And Grapes Food

ROASTED FALL VEGETABLE SALAD

Steps:

• Heat oven to 450ºF.
• Place first 5 ingredients in 15x10x1-inch pan. Add 2 Tbsp. dressing; toss to coat. Spread to evenly cover bottom of pan.
• Bake 40 to 45 min. or until vegetables are tender and golden brown, stirring occasionally. Spoon into large bowl. Add spinach; toss lightly.
• Top with bacon, nuts and remaining dressing.

FALL VEGETABLE SALAD WITH OVEN-DRIED TOMATOES AND GRAPES

Steps:

• To make the vinaigrette, place the tomatoes, the tomato juice or water, the vinegar, the salt and the pepper in a blender and blend until smooth. Scrape into a small saucepan and set aside.
• To make the salad, heat the olive oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and saute until softened. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Add the radicchio and chicory and toss until wilted slightly, about 2 minutes. Place in a large bowl and toss in the dried tomatoes and grapes.
• Warm the vinaigrette, pour over the salad, add the remaining salt and toss well. Divide among plates and serve immediately.

ITALIAN OVEN-DRIED TOMATOES IN OLIVE OIL

Steps:

• Heat oven to 225°.
• Combine tomatoes, 2 T. olive oil, herbs, vinegar, lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste in a mixing bowl.
• Arrange tomatoes in rows on a parchment-lined cookie sheet; bake 1 hr.
• Cool to room temperature, about 15 min.
• Place in 4 half-pint canning jars.
• Add remaining olive oil to cover tomatoes in each jar.
• tightly cover jars.
• Refrigerate.
• **Note: Olive oil will solidify in the refrigerator, but this won't affect the tomatoes. The oil will re-liquify at room temperature.

OVEN DRIED GRAPE OR CHERRY TOMATOES - AKA SUN DRIED

Steps:

• Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray.
• Add one layer of grape or cherry tomatoes, sprinkle with salt and fresh herbs if desired.
• Roast in a 200° F oven for about 2 hours.
• Watch carefully through the oven window. Try NOT to open the door as you will let out the heat and increase the cooking time.
• Tomatoes vary in size so the time is approximate. When they are shriveled and getting dry, remove them and allow them to cool. A little more moisture will evaporate.
• Return to the oven if you feel they need to cook more. Note the amount of time so that you have it for future reference.
• Store in a loosely sealed zip top bag in the refrigerator for a few days. Then seal tightly and store in a cool dark place for up to 6 months.

GARLIC ROASTED GRAPE TOMATOES IN OLIVE OIL

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400*F.
• In a roasting pan, toss the tomatoes with the garlic, red pepper flakes, and 1 tablespoons of the olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
• Roast the tomatoes for about 20 minutes, until they burst and their skins begin to shrivel, stirring once halfway through.
• Pour the remaining 2/3 cup olive oil into a medium bowl; crush the rosemary and oregano between your fingers and submerge in the oil.
• Add the tomatoes and their juices, stir gently, and let stand for 30 minutes before using.
• Store remainder in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; bring to room temperature before serving.