Rosemary Tomato Jam

Savory and sweet with a little hint of spice, this rosemary tomato jam can go on anything from buttered toast or oatmeal to scrambled eggs and veggie Italian sub. All you need are just 9 ingredients—that includes salt and pepper—and about half an hour's time to have a pint of this on hand.

When choosing your tomatoes, opt for cherry tomatoes. Small and round, they tend to be sweet and juicy no matter the time of year, even when it's not the peak of tomato season in the summer. Grape tomatoes are also a good option, though they can be more hit and miss. If you do have in-season, super flavorful big tomatoes, go for it! You'll just need about 4 cups of chopped tomato to start.

We add in garlic, cayenne, and rosemary to give some depth and extra flavor to play on the tomato's natural umami, and bolster it with honey and vinegar to make sure all of it truly sings together. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and once you see the tomatoes reduced to a shiny, jammy consistency, you're done!

This jam is the perfect accompaniment for the ultimate cheeseboard—a charcuterie lover's dream! We love paring the sweetness of the cherry tomatoes with the earthiness of rosemary, but thyme or oregano would be delicious as well.

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Editor's note: The introduction to this recipe was updated on July 19, 2022 to include more information and a video.