Author: Elvira Bowen

Ways to Use Heirloom Tomatoes Try them in salads like this Heirloom Tomato Salad with Rosemary or this Heirloom Tomato Salad with Mozzarella and Basil. Or use them in place of regular tomatoes in tomato pie or burrata salad. They shine in a BLT, or can be enjoyed simply sliced with a sprinkle of salt […]

Roma tomatoes break down well in slow-cooking dishes like chili. Chili: Roma tomatoes. They stew well and don’t take long to break down. Can you put Roma tomatoes in chili? Nowadays, chili is found in all kinds of households and is served as a main dish, appetizer or snack. To make chili with fresh, Roma […]

It makes sense to strip the leaves over the pot so they fall right in. There’s no need to peel the tomatoes; in fact, tomato skins intensify the flavor of the soup. If you don’t want big pieces of skin in your bowl, cut the tomatoes into small pieces. Do tomatoes have to be peeled […]

The Short Answer Diced tomatoes are chopped up, stewed tomatoes are chopped and cooked, and plum tomatoes are peeled whole tomatoes. What is the difference between plum tomatoes and whole tomatoes? A plum tomato, also known as paste tomato or processing tomato, is a kind of tomato that is bred and grown for packing and […]

The tomato skin is a different texture from the tomato flesh, and will remain so in sauces and purées—you’ll get tiny chunks of skin instead of an uniformly smooth mixture. Moreover, the tomato skin is heavy in a kind of nutrient called flavonols, which impart a bitter flavor. Why does my homemade tomato sauce taste […]

Tinned tomatoes are one of your 5 a day, low in calories, fat and added sugar, a good source of fibre and an excellent source of vitamin A and C and the antioxidant lycopene. Lycopene is associated with lower risk of diseases like heart disease, some cancers and macular degeneration (poor eyesight in old age). […]

Tomato seedlings are quite tender and there is always the chance that mail-order plants will not arrive in good condition. The cost of seedlings, when compared to seeds, is significantly higher, especially when considering shipping costs. Is it better to grow from seed or plants? The pros of planting seeds include: Variety – When you […]

While tomato soup may help you lower your calorie intake, it does not eliminate fat by itself. Supporting weight loss: Soup consumption is associated with lower body weight. That is because eating any kind of soup, including tomato soup, helps increase diet quality by lowering fat intake ( 47 ). Can tomato soup make you […]

To reduce tomato flavor in curry, use a quality curry sauce recipe that uses more onion, garlic, and ginger than tomato to add depth of flavor. Tomatoes also need to be cooked over a long period (45 minutes+) to mellow and reduce their acidic taste. How do you get rid of tangy tomato taste in […]

Never seed tomatoes for this or any other sauce. Much of the tomatoes flavor is contained in its center, in the pulp and gel that surround seeds and even possibly the seeds themselves. The flavor difference is dramatic. Do I need to remove seeds from tomatoes when making sauce? Since the seeds don’t harm the […]

Roma tomatoes are a classic; it’s hard to beat them. This popular tomato is primarily used to create tomato paste and sauce, making a delicious base. Romas have firm, thick flesh and few seeds. What tomatoes are best for marinara? Though you could use any tomato, Roma and other paste tomatoes—with meaty texture with little […]

Description. Compared to the Roma tomato, San Marzano tomatoes are thinner and more pointed. The flesh is much thicker with fewer seeds, and the taste is stronger, sweeter, and less acidic. What can I substitute for San Marzano tomatoes? The 5 Best Substitutes for San Marzano Tomatoes 1 – Canned Tomatoes. If you come across […]

What should I look for when buying Roma tomatoes at the store? Roma tomatoes should have a hefty weight to them when you pick them up. They should be firm yet also have a softness to them if you apply pressure to the skin. They will also have an aromatic smell toward the stem. Are […]

Freezing tomatoes is the easiest way to keep ripe tomatoes until you’re ready to use them. You don’t have to peel them first—in fact, the act of freezing them itself makes the tomatoes insanely easy to peel! —and you can freeze as many or as few at a time as you like. How do you […]

Here’s how: Choose firm, ripe Roma tomatoes without blemishes or cracks. Cut out the green tops and the cores. Cook the tomatoes in a pot of simmering water until soft, approximately 15 minutes. Drain the tomatoes and process them through a food mill or food processor until pureed. Do you have to peel Roma tomatoes […]

From its origins as a wild plant in the Americas to the thousands of varieties grown around the world today, tomatoes have evolved into one of the world’s most popular food crops. Today’s tomatoes began as wild plants in the Andes, growing in parts of Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. What country are tomatoes […]

Hide Transcript. To core a tomato, use a small knife and cut a small circle around the stem end. With the tip of the knife, remove the core of the tomato. To core a tomato, use a small knife and cut a small circle around the stem end. With the tip of the knife, remove […]

The process of growing heirloom tomatoes starts 6 to 8 weeks before your last frost date in spring. Find your last frost date using The Old Farmer’s Almanac. Count back from this date 6 to 8 weeks. This is the date you need to start your tomato seeds indoors. When should you start heirloom tomatoes? […]

‘Sun Gold’: Considered by many to be the gold standard of cherry tomatoes for it’s sweet, sugary taste, ‘Sun Gold’ is an early ripening variety that continues to produce prolifically until frost. Are all cherry tomatoes sweet? Cherry tomatoes are vigorous plants that are easily cultivated in containers or out in the garden. Fast growing, […]

Rehydrate them by soaking in hot water, wine or broth five to 10 minutes. Or rehydrate them in olive oil for use in salads. Wash and eat; that’s the simplest way to enjoy these flavorful gems. But just about anything you can do with full-size tomatoes, you can do with cherry tomatoes, too. What can […]