Confit tomatoes

Makes 2 cups

1 pint heirloom cherry tomatoes

2 garlic cloves, smashed 1 bay leaf

1 thyme sprig

1 arbol chile

2 cups blended oil

Combine all ingredients in a small pot. Bring oil temperature up to 200 degrees over low/medium heat.

Remove from heat and let steep for 15 minutes. Set aside and store unused mixture in glass jar in the refrigerator.