Directions

1. Begin by cutting the tomatoes in half and removing the seeds. Place the tomato halves in a bowl and drizzle with vegetable oil and a sprinkling of salt and pepper. Let sit while you preheat your grill.

2. Preheat your grill to 375°F. Clean and oil the grates.

   Once up to heat grill the tomatoes, starting cut side down, for 7-9 minutes or until nicely charred and softened. Flip and cook for 2-3 minutes more.

3. While the tomatoes grill, bring a small skillet or sauté pan up to heat over medium heat. Drizzle in 1-2 tbsp. oil then add in the shallots and garlic. Sprinkle with salt and cook until softened and fragrant, about 7-9 minutes. 

4. Remove the grilled tomatoes and place in a bowl along with the softened shallots and garlic. Let cool slightly. 

5. Using a potato masher, mash the tomato and shallot mixture together until it forms a chunky, jam like consistency. Taste for seasoning, adding more salt and pepper if needed. 

   Slather on bread, add to pizza for a sauce, toss with pasta or add to veggies. 

   Recipe Courtesy of Megan Mitchell