Orange Scented Sun Dried Tomato Relish Recipes

ORANGE-SCENTED CHILLED TOMATO SOUP

Steps:

• For the soup: In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the carrots, shallots, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until the carrots are softened, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the chicken broth, orange juice, basil, maple syrup, tomato paste and the tomatoes (with juice). Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
• Using an immersion blender or food processor, puree the soup until smooth. Cool the soup to room temperature until ready to serve, about 1 hour. Season the soup with salt and pepper.
• For the yogurt topping: In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, maple syrup and orange zest until smooth.
• Ladle the soup into chilled bowls and top with a dollop of the yogurt mixture.
• When blending hot liquids: Remove liquid from the heat and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes. Transfer liquid to a blender or food processor and fill it no more than halfway. If using a blender, release one corner of the lid. This prevents the vacuum effect that creates heat explosions. Place a towel over the top of the machine, pulse a few times then process on high speed until smooth.

SUN-DRIED-TOMATO RELISH WITH CAYENNE TOASTS

Steps:

• Make the relish: Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook onion until translucent, about 6 minutes. Stir in garlic, and cook for 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl, and stir in sun-dried tomatoes, walnuts, basil, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
• Make the toasts: Heat grill or broiler to medium-high. Brush bread with oil, and sprinkle with cayenne. Grill until golden brown and crisp, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Serve toasts with relish and goat cheese.

SWEET TOMATO RELISH

Steps:

• Combine tomatoes, apples, onions, sugar, vinegar, and pickling spice bundle in a large pot; bring to a boil and cook together about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the tomato mixture into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
• Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 40 minutes.
• Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

ROASTED GRAPE TOMATO, ORANGE, AND BASIL RELISH

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 450°F. Toss tomatoes, oil, garlic, and cumin seeds in 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Roast until tomatoes are slightly wrinkled and softened, about 13 minutes. Cool slightly. Mix in orange juice and orange peel. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer relish to small bowl. do ahead Can be made 1 day ahead; chill. Bring to room temperature before serving. Stir in basil and serve.

ORANGE-SCENTED ROASTED-TOMATO-AND-GARLIC DIP

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Lightly oil a baking sheet and place the tomatoes on it cut side down. Roast until soft and lightly browned, about 20 minutes.
• Place the tomatoes in a food processor with the olive oil, orange oil, garlic, lemon juice, cayenne, salt and pepper. Place in a bowl and stir in the parsley. Serve with cut vegetables, bread or crackers.

ORANGE SCENTED SUN-DRIED TOMATO RELISH

Steps:

• drain the sun dried tomatoes, pat dry and thin slice.
• remove all the pith from the segments.
• If using kumquats omit zest. Think slice kumquats then simmer with next step.
• Simmer the first three ingredients over high heat to reduce to 1/4 cup syrup. Remove and cool.
• Saute the onion and pepper in the oil until tender crisp. Cool slightly.
• Toss all in bowl and let stand 2 hours.
• Will keep covered in refrigerator for 3 days.