Tomato on the Vine
Furthermore, Diedre explains to EatingWell, that the common belief of tomatoes lasting longer on the vine may not be entirely true. Rather, it protects the tomato from moisture or bacteria but it doesn’t slow the ripening process. Regardless, sometimes we get overly enthusiastic on our grocery run or trip to the Farmer’s Market and come home with more produce than we can eat before it is overripe or spoiled
Overripe or Bruised Tomato
Luckily, like a bruised tomato, you can still use an overripe tomato to make delicious meals and no one will know the difference. For example, slow roasted tomatoes are incredibly easy and delicious. Simply, cover them with olive oil and your favorite blend of herbs and roast them at 300 degrees Fahrenheit. You’ll only need about 2 and half hours for cherry tomatoes, while plum tomatoes take about 5 hours. Larger tomatoes like heirlooms should be cut into slices to make them easier to eat and roast properly.
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Tomato on the Vine
Furthermore, Diedre explains to EatingWell, that the common belief of tomatoes lasting longer on the vine may not be entirely true. Rather, it protects the tomato from moisture or bacteria but it doesn’t slow the ripening process. Regardless, sometimes we get overly enthusiastic on our grocery run or trip to the Farmer’s Market and come home with more produce than we can eat before it is overripe or spoiled
Overripe or Bruised Tomato
Luckily, like a bruised tomato, you can still use an overripe tomato to make delicious meals and no one will know the difference. For example, slow roasted tomatoes are incredibly easy and delicious. Simply, cover them with olive oil and your favorite blend of herbs and roast them at 300 degrees Fahrenheit. You’ll only need about 2 and half hours for cherry tomatoes, while plum tomatoes take about 5 hours. Larger tomatoes like heirlooms should be cut into slices to make them easier to eat and roast properly.
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