Sun-Dried Tomato Cheese Dip (2024)

FAQs

What can I do with a jar of sundried tomatoes? ›

To maximize the shelf life of your product we encourage customers to store all Bella Sun Luci sundried tomato products, once opened in a refrigerator. Our recommendation is to use the tomatoes within six months after opening, add olive oil as needed to keep tomatoes covered.

Refrigeration can extend their shelf life to about a year, while freezing can prolong it to one or two years. After opening, sun-dried tomatoes should be consumed relatively quickly, as exposure to air, moisture, and potential contaminants can accelerate spoilage.

Before using them, you should rehydrate dry-packed sun-dried tomatoes in salted liquid for about an hour. You can bring that time down to 10 minutes with a zap in the microwave, according to America's Test Kitchen.

Antioxidant Powerhouse: Sun-dried tomatoes are a potent source of antioxidants that combat oxidative stress and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Heart Health: Studies suggest that regular consumption of lycopene-rich foods like sun-dried tomatoes may lower LDL cholesterol levels and reduce blood pressure.

The flavor of sun-dried tomatoes is quite intense, concentrated, and slightly salty, so a little goes a long way. Many people, especially children, enjoy eating sun-dried tomatoes as a snack out of hand.

Homemade dried tomatoes packed in oil (without added herbs or garlic) should be shelf-stable for up to 6 months. However, once you've opened them, they should be refrigerated and, after opening, they'll be good for about 1 month.

Do you use the oil in sundried tomatoes? ›

Oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes can be used straight from the jar, and the flavorful oil is a great base for salad dressings! Drain the oil from the tomatoes and pat off any excess oil with paper towels before using them.

Sun dried tomatoes are an excellent source of lycopene, which may help reduce the risk of some health conditions like certain cancers and age-related macular degeneration. Sun dried tomatoes are also a good source of: Vitamin C.

REHYDRATE: In heat proof bowl, cover sun-dried tomatoes with liquid and microwave, covered, for 2 minutes. DRAIN AND BLOT: Let tomatoes sit in liquid until skins can be easily pierced with fork, then drain and blot dry.

Never pour grease down sink drains or into toilets. Pour it into a sealed container such as an old jam jar or margarine container and dispose of it with your bin. Better still, take it to a Council Bring Centre and recycle it. Drain oil from cans of tuna or sundried tomatoes in this way too.