slow-roasted tomato jam

MAKES ABOUT 1 CUP

This jam is simple and elegant. Slightly sweet and tangy, with an underlying hint of cinnamon and cloves, this condiment is perfect for spreading on a hot biscuit or piece of cornbread.

1 quart cherry tomatoes

¼ cup olive oil for blending, plus 2 tablespoons for roasting

Sea salt

6 tablespoons sugar

2 tablespoons fresh orange juice

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

⅛ teaspoon ground cloves

Freshly cracked black pepper

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Add the tomatoes plus the 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of sea salt to the baking sheet and toss well. Pop them in the oven and bake until they are soft, squooshy, and caramelized, about 1 hour, stirring halfway through.

  3. Transfer the mixture to a food processor and add ¼ cup of the olive oil, the sugar, orange juice, lemon juice, cinnamon, and cloves. Blend until smooth and jam-like in texture. Give it a taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Transfer to a tightly sealed jar and enjoy. This should keep in the fridge for 1 to 2 weeks.