Italian Grandma Makes Canned Peeled Tomatoes

canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: fresh tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can be used when in season for a more vibrant flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often cheaper and works well for cooking.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

Honey can add a different sweetness profile.

basil

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Dried basil is more affordable and has a longer shelf life.

Select ripe tomatoes from the bushel and wash them thoroughly.

Inspect the tomatoes for any bad spots and separate them from the good ones.

Peel the tomatoes by boiling them in water until the skins crack, then remove them from the water.

Squeeze the peeled tomatoes to remove excess water and place them in a bowl.

Add salt to taste to the tomatoes in the bowl.

Prepare jars for canning by ensuring they are clean and dry.

Fill the jars with the prepared tomatoes, leaving some space at the top.

Seal the jars and ensure they are clean around the rims before sealing.

Process the jars in boiling water for 45 minutes to ensure they are properly canned.

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