
Roasting cherry tomatoes low and slow — well, hot and steady at 400°F — transforms them into something deeply jammy, caramelized, and almost sweet, with blistered skins that burst with concentrated flavor. Spooned warm over pillowy, cream-filled burrata, the contrast of hot and cool, silky and rich, is genuinely hard to beat. Thin-sliced garlic turns golden and tender in the pan, red pepper flakes add a gentle kick, and fresh thyme perfumes the whole tray as it roasts. A scatter of fresh basil and a drizzle of good olive oil at the end keep things bright and herbaceous. This is the kind of dish that looks like you tried very hard but actually came together on a single baking sheet. Every ingredient here is naturally free of legumes — no beans, no lentils, no hidden pea protein — just honest produce and fresh cheese doing exactly what they do best. Serve it as a stunning starter or a light centerpiece alongside crusty bread, and don't skip the flaky salt finish.
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Arrange the cherry tomatoes and sliced garlic on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer.
Drizzle the 3 tbsp olive oil over the tomatoes and garlic, then scatter the red pepper flakes, kosher salt, black pepper, and thyme sprigs over the top. Toss to coat evenly.
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