Preserving fresh tomatoes is easier than you think! With this simple method, you can enjoy the taste of ripe, homemade tomato preserves for up to two years—without using vinegar.
Why Preserve Tomatoes?
Homemade tomato preserves:
Save you trips to the supermarket during winter.
Offer authentic flavor for sauces, stews, and seasonings.
Allow you to use your own garden harvest.
Choosing the Right Tomatoes
Use ripe, flavorful varieties—ask your greengrocer if you’re unsure.
A ripe tomato will release the stem easily.
Preparing the puree within two days of picking or buying improves the final taste.
Important: Jar Sterilization
Proper sterilization is crucial to prevent spoilage:
Wash jars thoroughly.
Boil jars in water for 10–15 minutes.
Let them air-dry upside down before filling.
Ingredients (for 3 jars of 2 liters each):
7 kg ripe tomatoes
Fresh basil (to taste)
Boiling water (for sterilizing jars)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes prep
30 minutes cooking
Shelf Life:
Up to 2 years
Preparation Steps:
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I always soak store-bought chicken in salted water. I didn’t know about this earlier.
