Tomatoes Simmered in Olive Oil with Cotija

Name: Tomatoes Simmered in Olive Oil with Cotija
Ingredients: 2 large or 3 small heirloom tomatoes (about 1 lb.); 1 tsp. Diamond Crystal or ½ tsp. kosher salt; 2 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced; ½ red Fresno chile or jalapeño, thinly sliced, loose seeds discarded; ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil; ⅓ cup pitted green olives (such as Picholine), coarsely chopped; 2 Tbsp. chopped oregano; 2 tsp. red wine vinegar; 1½ oz. Cotija cheese, feta, or ricotta salata (salted dry ricotta), coarsely crumbled; Toasted or fresh bread of your choice (optional)