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A tomato that has been sliced or cut in half and then dried in the sun (or in an oven). Drying the tomato gives it an intense, sweet flavor, that may also be somewhat tart, and a very chewy texture if completely dried and not marinated in oil.

Any vegetable that has been dehydrated or dried in order to extend the shelf life and to concentrate the flavor.

A type of basic bread that is flavored with chopped tomatoes. American versions are often given added flavor with tomato juice, which gives the bread an orange or reddish color and a rich tomato taste.

An Italian term for "tomato" which translates to "golden apple" referring to the first tomatoes grown that were golden yellow in color with an apple-like shape.

A traditional small Italian sandwich that is pressed and grilled so that the bread has a golden, grilled crust on both sides of the sandwich while the fillings inside are compressed together.

An herb-based sauce originating in Italy that is typically made with basil, parsley, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, and parmesan or romano cheese.

A countertop or stovetop grill that is used to make the traditional panini, a small Italian sandwich.

Translated, a Torta means tart in Italian, which describes a small tart-like food that may be baked or made with cold, refrigerated ingredients that do not require baking.