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What Can I Make with Tomatoes?
Tomatoes bring juicy, bright flavor to sauces, soups, salads and bakes. Use fresh, canned or roasted.
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Cooking with tomatoes
Tomatoes are juicy and tangy, with a sweetness that grows when cooked. They show up raw in salads and sandwiches, and cooked down into sauces, soups and stews. Fresh, canned, cherry and paste all have their uses.
Unlike most vegetables here, tomatoes are mostly juice, so they make their own sauce. They pair well with eggplant, zucchini and peppers. Basil, garlic, olive oil and cheese are classic partners.
Questions folks ask
Should I store tomatoes in the fridge?
Ripe tomatoes keep best on the counter. Use up very ripe ones or refrigerate them briefly.
Can I use canned tomatoes instead of fresh?
Yes, for cooked dishes like sauces and soups. Fresh is better for salads.
How do I peel a tomato?
Cut a small X on the bottom, dip in boiling water for under a minute, then in cold water. The skin slips off.
Kitchen tips
- Use ripe tomatoes in summer and good canned tomatoes in winter.
- Keep fresh tomatoes on the counter, not in the fridge, for better flavor.
- Roast cherry tomatoes until they burst for an easy sauce.
- Salt sliced tomatoes a few minutes before serving.
- Simmer sauces slowly to mellow the tang.