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Ingredients
- 8 SERVINGS
- 2 cups olive oil
- 1 3/4 pounds cherry tomatoes, divided
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 large fresh thyme sprigs
- 1/3 cup Sherry wine vinegar
- 8 ounces San Simon cheese,* cut into 1/3-inch cubes
- 8 green onions, thinly sliced
- Fresh chervil sprigs (for garnish)
- 16 toasted baguette slices
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat oven to 275F.
Place oil, 3/4 pound tomatoes, sugar, and thyme in 8 x 8 x 2-inch metal baking dish.
Roast until tomatoes are very tender, about 2 1/2 hours.
Cool caramelized tomatoes in oil.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 days ahead; cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before continuing.
Using slotted spoon, transfer tomatoes to large bowl.
Transfer 1 cup oil from tomatoes to medium bowl (reserve any remaining oil for another use).
Add vinegar to oil in medium bowl; whisk to blend. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
Add 1 pound fresh tomatoes, cheese, and dressing to bowl with caramelized tomatoes; toss gently.
Top with green onions and chervil.
Serve with toasts.
* San Simon cheese, a smoked cheese shaped like a bell, is sold at natural foods stores, specialty foods stores, and latienda. com. Smoked Gouda can be substituted.