Homemade Sun-dried Tomatoes-microwave

Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ingredients

• 12 large about 2 1/2 pounds ripe tomatoes (romas work best)
• salt
• seasoning salt (optional)
• garlic powder (optional)

Recipe

• 1 rinse the tomatoes. cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and centers with a small spoon.
• 2 place the tomato halves, cut side down, on a plate large enough to hold them in 1 uncrowded layer. microwave, uncovered, on high for 15 minutes.
• 3 pour off any excess liquid. with a spatula, gently turn the tomatoes over, patting the pulp back into the skins as you turn.
• 4 microwave, uncovered, on high for 10-15 minutes more, depending on the size of the tomatoes, or until they have completely collapsed and are dried out but still supple.
• 5 remove from the microwave and let stand 30 minutes without disturbing.
• 6 lift the tomatoes off the plate and use right away or store in a loosely sealed plastic bag in the refrigerator.
• 7 after 2 days, seal tightly and return the bag to the refrigerator. the dried tomatoes will keep indefinitely.
• 8 note: don't worry if the tomatoes seem collapsed beyond hope after the first 15 minutes. when they dry out more and cool off, their shape returns.