smoked tomato butter

Directions

1. 1

   Smoked Tomato Butter 1 large vine-ripened tomato 1 cup salted tomato juice 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, room temperature 1 tablespoon cream,

2. 2

   Smoke tomato (over indirect heat if using grill) until somewhat darkened and shriveled

3. 3

   This can take anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour, depending on the method

4. 4

   Or roast the tomato in the oven: Halve horizontally, place cut side up in a baking pan and roasted at 450 degrees F for 20 minutes

5. 5

   The flavor won't be as smoky, but it's still delicious

6. 6

   Puree roasted tomato with tomato juice, and strain

7. 7

   Transfer to a small saucepot over high heat, and bring to a boil

8. 8

   Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes