Looking for ways to preserve your garden harvest? While canning is the most popular, freezing tomatoes is super easy and works just as well! Learn how to do it with these simple tips.
Select fresh ripe tomatoes. Then wash and dry the tomatoes.
Bring a stockpot of water to a boil. While water is coming to a boil, cut out the stem tops. And if there is a bottom, cut that off too.
Carefully drop the tomatoes in boiling water with a slotted spoon. DO NOT COOK! Keep the tomatoes in for about 30-60 seconds tops. Remove from boiling water with a slotted spoon.
Allow tomatoes to cool. Peel the skin off. Rough chop tomatoes.
Place in a freezer-friendly storage container. If needed, add some of the tomato juices so there isn’t a lot of air in the container. This will help prevent freezer burn. Leave about an inch or so to the top of the container to allow for expansion. Do not overfill.
Label the container with the date and variety. Freeze until you are ready to use them. Use frozen tomatoes later in soups, stews, salsas, and more!
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