Sun-dried tomato history
Before modern canning methods were available, Italians dried tomatoes on their tile roofs for use in winter when fresh tomatoes were not an option. Nowadays, sun-dried tomatoes (pomodori secchi in Italian) are not as popular in Italy as they are in America, where they are mostly relegated to antipasto or as a flavor-booster for sauce. These dried, concentrated vessels of flavor have enjoyed a popularity boost in the United States in the past couple of decades, initially as a gourmet item but fast becoming a favorite of home cooks.More About Sun-Dried Tomatoes:
Homemade Sun-Dried Tomatoes Basic Recipe
Should sun-dried tomatoes be seeded?
Sun-Dried Tomatoes Cooking Tips and Hints
Sun-Dried Tomato Selection and Storage
Sun-Dried Tomato History
Sun-Dried Tomato Recipes
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