Kitchen Tip: Peeling Fresh Tomatoes

To peel fresh tomatoes for use in sauces, soups etc.

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2. Fill another large pot or bowl with ice water.
3. Cut out the stem, and cut an "X" in the bottom of each tomato.
4. Place the tomatoes in the boiling water for a few seconds, then plunge them into the ice water.
5. Remove the tomatoes from the water. Using a paring knife, peel the skins. It is usually easier to start from the "X" on the bottom of each tomato. If the skins do not peel easiliy, repeat step 4.
6. Seed and cut each tomato as needed for your recipe.

Try this technique with these recipes:
Sausage and Pepper Ragout