Category: Fruits

The gel that surrounds the tomato seed contains chemicals that prevent seed germination. This may seem counterintuitive, but many seeds come equipped with mechanisms that stall germination until the time is right. How do you remove the gel from tomato seeds? Fermenting is the preferred method for saving tomato seeds. The fermenting process removes substances […]

Canned tomato purée has been cooked and strained, so it’s free of seeds. Tomato paste comes from simmering the purée to remove as much as 80 percent of the water content. Tomato sauce includes seasonings, usually salt and sugar but sometimes herbs and garlic as well. Are there any canned tomatoes without seeds? Cento Passata, […]

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, […]

Italian Tradition Even a very simple tomato and basil sauce is made with peeled tomatoes, so this product is a staple in Italian pantries. With a drizzle of good extra-virgin olive oil, a few leaves of fresh, fragrant basil, and some juicy peeled tomatoes, your delicious plate of spaghetti is ready to enjoy! Do I […]

I had the same issue with tomato seeds so what I did was placing them in mild water for around 30 minutes then drain and dry them with a soft towel after that placed in a dry and quite warm place to get dry however I noticed the germination wasn’t what it supposed to be, […]

The tomatoes quickly begin dumping out their water as they heat up. I simmer the tomatoes until most of the excess liquid has cooked off, then transfer them to a strainer or food mill. How do you strain homemade tomato sauce? Crank the handle of the food mill clockwise to strain the tomatoes. Press the […]

Points to remember Score a cross in the skin of the base of a tomato. Boil a kettle and pour the hot water over the tomato. Leave for a few secs until the skin near the cross starts to curl. Place in cold water, then peel off the skin. To deseed, cut through the centre […]

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 […]

Most yellow tomatoes are less tangy than red tomatoes. Because they have less bite orange and yellow tomatoes are good served at breakfast and in fresh mixed vegetable salads. Many but not all orange and yellow tomatoes are lower in acid content than red tomatoes. Some orange and yellow tomatoes are almost acid free. What […]

Tomatoes with yellow fruit are higher in niacin, folate, sodium and phosphorus than their red counterparts. Like other colors of tomatoes, yellow varieties also provide adequate amounts of vitamin C and potassium. What do yellow tomatoes taste like? Yellow/Orange Tomatoes Flavor Varies from sweet (almost candy-like) to fruity. What color tomato is the healthiest? Red […]

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 […]

Scoop out the seeds and pulp from sliced grape tomatoes, or squeeze the seeds from the fruit and into a glass or bowl. Fermenting separates the pulp from the seeds. Fill the glass or bowl with tap water and allow the seeds to soak for about five days, stirring them once or twice daily. What […]

They don’t have as much acidity as most other tomatoes do. The category of plum tomatoesplum tomatoesA plum tomato, also known as a processing tomato or paste tomato, is a type of tomato bred for sauce and packing purposes.https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Plum_tomato What is another name for plum tomatoes? A plum tomato, also known […]

Halve the tomato. To seed globe tomatoes, use a chef’s knife or serrated tomato knife to cut the tomatoes in half through their “equator.” Cut plum (Roma) tomatoes in half lengthwise. Squeeze or scoop out the seeds. Are there seeds in Roma tomatoes? Italian Roma tomatoes yield an abundance of 6 Oz tomatoes. With a […]

The Juliet tomato is a grape tomato variety that’ sweet and delicious. It’s often nicknamed the “mini Roma” because of its shape. These tomatoes are soft and juicy like cherry tomatoes and enjoy a long shelf life. The plants have vigorous vines, known for setting abundant fruits. What are Juliet tomatoes good for? Juliets can […]

Peeled tomatoes are a very widely used preservation method in the Italian tradition, including in home cooking. They are prepared in high summer when the tomatoes are fully ripe, allowing them to be enjoyed year round. Why do you peel and seed a tomato? If you’re making a fresh tomato sauce or stewed tomatoes, the […]

You can scoop out the tomato gel that contains the seeds with a spoon, or simply squeeze the tomato half to push out the pulp. Step 1: Scoop out the tomato. Step 2: Let the gel ferment. Step 3: Separate the good seeds from the rest. Step 4: Remove the scum. Step 5: Rinse & […]

How to Grow Tomatoes Indoors Plant the seeds. Wait for the seeds to sprout. After about one month, separate and transplant the seedlings into the large pot. Water them every few days or when the soil is dry. Place plant stakes in the pots to hold up the vines as they grow. Harvest the tomatoes […]

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 […]

(1) No need to peel the tomatoes. Most of the flavor and nutrition is found in the skins. Use them whole and then pass through a fine-mesh strainer. How long do Early Girl tomatoes take to ripen? around 50 daysRaising tomato plants may seem intimidating, but the Early Girl tomato is very easy to care […]