How to Preserve Tomatoes
Wash tomatoes thoroughly after gathering them from the garden., Arrange a layer of dry tomatoes on a baking tray., Pop the tray in the freezer to flash-freeze the tomatoes., Remove the tray., Place them back in the freezer until you are ready to use...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Wash tomatoes thoroughly after gathering them from the garden.
Wipe them off or allow them to air dry. -
Step 2: Arrange a layer of dry tomatoes on a baking tray.
Make room in your freezer for the tray. , Keep them uncovered for 15 to 30 minutes.
The larger the tomatoes, the longer they will need to stay in the freezer initially. , Ensure that the tomatoes are hard.
Pour the tomatoes into large freezer bags and remove all of the air.
Label and date your frozen tomatoes.
They should be used within two or three months., Remove them and place them to thaw on your counter.
After thawing, you can easily peel away the loosened skins. -
Step 3: Pop the tray in the freezer to flash-freeze the tomatoes.
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Step 4: Remove the tray.
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Step 5: Place them back in the freezer until you are ready to use them.
Detailed Guide
Wipe them off or allow them to air dry.
Make room in your freezer for the tray. , Keep them uncovered for 15 to 30 minutes.
The larger the tomatoes, the longer they will need to stay in the freezer initially. , Ensure that the tomatoes are hard.
Pour the tomatoes into large freezer bags and remove all of the air.
Label and date your frozen tomatoes.
They should be used within two or three months., Remove them and place them to thaw on your counter.
After thawing, you can easily peel away the loosened skins.
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