While canned tomato soup is easy and convenient, there’s simply no comparison to the robust, authentic taste of homemade tomato soup made with fresh tomatoes. Whether you’re growing your own or picking up a bunch from your local farmer’s market or grocery store, the difference in taste between fresh and canned is huge. The natural …
Chili is a classic comfort food that can be made with a variety of ingredients, but one of the best ways to make it is with fresh tomatoes. Fresh tomatoes give chili a rich, flavorful taste that cannot be matched when using canned tomatoes. And there is no better time to make this recipe than …
Fried green tomatoes are a classic Southern dish that is simple and easy to make. Slices of unripe tomatoes that are breaded and fried in oil until the coating becomes crispy and turns golden brown in color. It is a great recipe to make at the beginning of the garden season when you are anxiously …
Homemade freezer pasta sauce is a great way to preserve tomatoes from the garden without the need for special canning equipment. In fact, all that you need are a few vegetables, spices and a large pot to cook down the tomatoes. Then once the sauce is ready you can blend it to the consistency that …