Tomatoes are a great source for potassium, vitamin C, antioxidants, and more. Antioxidants can help protect against cancer, protect vision, and has other great benefits. Although tomatoes are technically a fruit, most people treat them like vegetables and use them in savoury dishes.
Normally, if kept in a refrigerator, tomatoes can stay fresh for 7-10 days after becoming ripe. It is recommended that tomatoes be kept in a refrigerator only after they ripen, since texture and flavour could be affected. Ensure tomatoes are placed upside down.
Ingredients:
Oven-dried tomatoes:
Poolish:
Dough:
Cooking:
Drying Tomatoes:
Dough:
If sticky, wet your hand to prevent sticking, then dig down one side of the container. Scoop up the dough and stretch it a little. Fold this section into the centre of the dough.
Turn the container ¼ turn and repeat the stretch-and-fold action until all four sides are folded. The dough should be taller at this point.
Less time means more airy and well risen dough. More time means less airy but also less sturdy. Do not leave the dough for too long.
Forming:
Toppings:
Baking:
Stecca are great fresh, but they’ll keep alright for a few days in a bag or box at room temperature. After one day, reheat them in the oven at 350°F for a few minutes for the best flavour and texture.
Ingredients:
Cooking:
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McWilliams, C. (2021, August 24). Oven-Dried-Tomato Stecca. Epicurious. https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/oven-dried-tomato-stecca-mastering-bread-claire-kopp-mcwilliams
Reynoso, C. (2021, August 30). Sonoran-Style Potato, Cheese, and Tomato Soup. Epicurious. https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/sonoran-style-potato-cheese-tomato-soup
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