Author: Marilyn Medina

For example, a 6 x 6 is similar to the Large tomato, but the minimum diameter for a 6 x 6 tomatoes is 2-17/32 of an inch, 1/32 larger than the large size. The maximum diameter of a 6 x 6 is 2-29/32 of an inch, 4/32 of an inch larger than the large size. […]

Vegetables Retail Units and Weights Commodity Retail Unit (volume) Net Weight (pounds) Squash, Summer bushel peck 40 to 44 10 Squash, Winter small medium large 1 to 4 6 to 12 15 to 40 Sweet Potatoes bushel peck 50 12 to 14 Tomatoes bushel 8 dry quarts or peck 50 to 60 12 to 15 […]

Interim Box Weight Charts and New Pack Types Code Tomato Type Size RR-018 Round 12 x 20 oz. RR-019 Round 16 x 1lb. RR-020 Round 4 x 2.25lbs (6 pack) RR-021 Round 8 x 2lbs. How many tomatoes are in a box? A 25-pound box of tomatoes may contain the following: 5×6 (formerly extra large […]

Lemon Boy Heirloom Tomatoes have a striking yellow skin, with bright yellow meaty flesh. Its low acidity makes this mildly sweet heirloom tomato versatile, perfect for burgers, salads, salsa, and more. What type of tomato is lemon Boy? hybridLemon Boy Tomato is a hybrid, indeterminate tomato variety that produces bright yellow fruits with the perfect […]

Midnight Snack is a unique indigo-type cherry tomato that ripens to red with a beautiful glossy black-purple overlay when exposed to sunlight. How long does it take midnight Snack tomatoes to ripen? The tomatoes are ready to harvest approximately 65-70 days after setting out the plants. The immature green fruits develop the purplish black color […]

Baby tomatoes: cherry, grape, cocktail Grape tomatoes are the oblong, grape-shaped ones that you’ll often find in the grocery store; they have a lower water content and thicker skins than cherry tomatoes, which help them last longer. Can I use baby plum tomatoes instead of cherry? Plum style tomatoes can be used to replace cherry […]

Tomato Conversions 1 small tomato = 3 – 4 ounces 1 cherry tomato = ½ – 2 ounces 3 medium round tomatoes = 1 pound 8 plum tomatoes = 1 pound 15 – 20 cherry tomatoes = 1 pound Can you replace cherry tomatoes with regular tomatoes? Baked Dish – Cherry tomatoes taste great when […]

But, for starters, indeed homegrown tomatoes — the way tomatoes used to be cultivated — are biologically, nutritionally, and flavorfully better. Do homegrown tomatoes have more nutrients? A new study published in the journal PLOS ONE finds that tomatoes grown on organic farms were about 40 percent smaller than conventionally grown tomatoes. The upside? They […]

When you simply salt a tomato, you not only draw out the juices, but you also concentrate the fruit’s flavor. And Epi’s Food Editor, Anna Stockwell, says salting tomatoes before baking is essential. Should I put salt on tomatoes? The salt actually highlights the tomatoes’ sweetness by acting as a foil. Think about it: That’s […]

Saving seed from heirloom or open0pollinated varieties ensures that the plants will exhibit the same traits as the tomato from which you harvest seed. Cut the tomatoes in half width-wise to expose the seeds. With smaller varieties, cut an ‘X’ into the bottom of the fruit. Squeeze the seeds and pulp into the container. How […]

The cherry tomato is a type of small round tomato believed to be an intermediate genetic admixture between wild currant-type tomatoes and domesticated garden tomatoes. Cherry tomatoes range in size from a thumbtip up to the size of a golf ball, and can range from spherical to slightly oblong in shape. Are cherry tomatoes the […]

Removing seeds from tomatoes will get rid of the bitter taste they can impart to a dish. As much of the water content of the tomato is in the flesh around the seeds, deseeding will also ensure bruschetta and salads stay crisp and delicious. Why do people take seeds out of tomatoes? If you’re adding […]

Usually fruit produced early in the season is seedless and fruit produced late contains small amounts of seed. The problem is that you can’t tell which is which until you cut them open. Some tomatoes that have seeds that are not fully developed. Why are my tomatoes seedless? About Seedless Tomato Plants Parthenocarpy can occur […]

So here’s what you do: Grab a colander and place it on top of a medium-sized bowl. Open your can of whole peeled tomatoes and pour them into the colander so the liquid strains into the bowl below and the tomatoes are left up top. Separating the tomatoes from the liquid is step number one. […]

Both canned and fresh tomatoes are equally nutritious. Both also count toward your daily recommended amount of vegetables; the CDC says only one in 10 adults meets the recommended daily amount. Are canned tomatoes healthier than fresh? According to the Food Network, canned tomatoes are slightly less nutritious than their fresh counterparts. During the canning […]

Always slice your tomato with a serrated knife. The jagged edge allows you to cut through the firm skin without damaging the flesh and losing all the precious juice. Salting your tomatoes before assembling your sandwich has two benefits. First, salt brings out the tomato’s inherent sweetness. How do you cut a tomato for sandwiches? […]

A Grape Tomato is shaped like a typical grape – most grow to be a longer, oval shape. In comparison, a typical Cherry Tomato is shaped like a cherry – most grow perfectly round! Are grape tomatoes and regular tomatoes the same? Grape tomatoes are the oblong, grape-shaped ones that you’ll often find in the […]

The easiest way to remember the difference between the two is by paying attention to their name! A Grape Tomato is shaped like a typical grape – most grow to be a longer, oval shape. In comparison, a typical Cherry Tomato is shaped like a cherry – most grow perfectly round! Are grape tomatoes actually […]

Cooked Tomato Puree (Passata di Pomodoro) For a lightly cooked puree, I strongly prefer leaving the skins and seeds on during cooking and straining them out afterwards. How do I get seeds out of tomato sauce? Once peeled, halve the tomatoes and remove the core. Cut each half in segments and remove the seeds pushing […]

Cento Passata, available in both Traditional (without seeds) and Rustica (with skin and seeds), has a fresh tomato taste that is best used as the base for tomato sauces, soups, or in chicken and steak recipes. Can you buy canned tomatoes without seeds? Uncooked varieties include diced tomatoes, which range from medium to small chunks, […]