Best 10 Normas Stewed Tomatoes Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, Norma's stewed tomatoes stand as a testament to the harmonious marriage of fresh, sun-ripened tomatoes and aromatic herbs. This classic Italian dish, originating from the sun-kissed region of Sicily, has captivated taste buds for generations. Norma's stewed tomatoes, a cornerstone of Sicilian cuisine, are a vibrant symphony of flavors, textures, and colors.

Dive into the culinary journey with three enticing recipes that showcase the versatility of Norma's stewed tomatoes. The first recipe, "Sicilian Pasta with Norma's Stewed Tomatoes," takes you on a culinary voyage to the heart of Sicily. Plump pasta, perfectly al dente, is adorned with a rich and flavorful tomato sauce, bursting with the essence of fresh tomatoes, garlic, and fragrant herbs.

Next, embark on a flavor-packed adventure with "Norma's Stewed Tomatoes with Grilled Chicken." Tender grilled chicken, infused with smoky aromas, pairs harmoniously with a vibrant tomato sauce, creating a delightful contrast of textures and tastes.

Last but not least, indulge in the simplicity and elegance of "Norma's Stewed Tomatoes with Polenta." Creamy polenta, a delightful canvas of flavors, serves as the perfect accompaniment to the vibrant tomato sauce, offering a comforting and satisfying meal.

Whether you're a seasoned chef or a culinary novice, these recipes will guide you through the art of creating Norma's stewed tomatoes, a dish that embodies the essence of Italian culinary heritage. So, prepare to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you to the heart of Sicily.

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THE BEST STEWED TOMATOES EVER



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The BEST Stewed Tomatoes Ever recipe! This easy to make recipe simmers tomatoes for 30 minutes to make homemade stewed tomatoes that can be served as a dinner side dish or can be canned. This how to make recipe shows you how easy they are to make! Find out why everyone considers them THE BEST! We always use this as a canning recipe for our Summer garden tomatoes!

Provided by Pamela

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 5

10 tomatoes (beef or roma variety)
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 cup chopped green pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to boil, plunge tomatoes in for 30 seconds. Remove, put immediately in a ice bath.
  • Peel the tomatoes. Discard the skins.
  • Dice the tomatoes up to desired size.
  • In a large pot on medium heat, combine all ingredients.
  • Simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Then serve fresh or you can freeze them.

OLD FASHIONED STEWED TOMATOES



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Old Fashioned Stewed Tomatoes are a treat for your taste buds. Sweet garden tomatoes are cooked slowly with onions, green peppers and butter to form a rich sauce which is soaked up with chunks of bread. This is the perfect accompaniment for any summer meal.

Provided by Barbara

Categories     Appetizer     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 Tablespoons butter
1/2 small green pepper, seeded and diced
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
5 large ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
salt and pepper
2-3 slices white bread, torn into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Add chopped green peppers and onion, and cook until translucent, approximately 5 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic, and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add tomatoes, sugar and water, and simmer until tomatoes begin to fall apart, approximately 20 minutes.
  • Stir in bread cubes. Start with 2 slices of bread that have been torn into 1-inch pieces, and if the mixture seems soupy, add an additional slice. Cook until bread barely holds it shape.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

BASIC STEWED TOMATOES WITH FRESH TOMATOES



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The recipe for stewed tomatoes is made with fresh tomatoes, salt and pepper, butter, and sugar. Use in recipes or serve topped with croutons.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Side Dish     Entree     Ingredient

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large tomatoes (or 6 medium tomatoes)
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon butter
Optional: croutons

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Peel the tomatoes .
  • Cut them into chunks.
  • Heat the tomatoes in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly for about 5 minutes.
  • Continue cooking over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring frequently, or until desired consistency is reached.
  • Add salt, pepper, sugar, and butter; taste and adjust seasonings. If desired, serve with croutons on top. Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 59 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 2 g, ServingSize 6 servings (6 portions), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

STEWED TOMATOES (GOBBLEDYGOOK)



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This is what we called 'Gobbledygook' when we were kids. It's actually a Southern version of very sweet, stewed tomatoes. It isn't the most attractive dish in the world, but it's delicious. Don't try making this with fresh tomatoes. It won't work. And you really do need that much sugar in there.

Provided by Clotho98

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, with liquid
3 slices stale bread, torn into pieces
⅔ cup white sugar
¼ cup butter, melted
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
  • Stir the tomatoes, bread, sugar, butter, salt, and pepper in a bowl; pour into the prepared dish.
  • Bake until hot and the tomatoes are tender, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.2 calories, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 326.6 mg, Sugar 25.9 g

SIMPLE STEWED TOMATOES



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Another one of those days when I needed some stewed tomatoes, and had none. Came up with this and they turned out great. You can use as much or as little of the listed ingredients as desired along with the canned tomatoes. I simmer until the veggies are tender and the liquid is reduced and thick. Goes great over a pile of my Recipe #282180 and steamed broccoli.

Provided by Chicagoland Chef du

Categories     Low Protein

Time 40m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

15 ounces plain tomatoes, diced with juice
1/4-1/3 cup sweet bell pepper, diced, I prefer orange, yellow, red not green, amount to taste
1 stalk celery, with green tops sliced
1/2 small onion, diced
1 small bay leaf
salt, to taste if using salt free canned tomatoes
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a small sauce pan.
  • Simmer until desired tenderness and thickness of sauce, about 30 minutes or longer.
  • Taste for additional seasonings.
  • Remove bay leaf.
  • Serve.

HOMEMADE STEWED TOMATOES



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Homemade stewed tomatoes, right from your garden, is simple, fun, and tasty!

Provided by KITTYANN

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 50m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 2

10 ripe tomatoes
2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • To peel the tomatoes, place them in boiling water for 1 minute and then immediately transfer to cold water. Peel and quarter tomatoes, and place in a large saucepan with the salt. Slowly simmer over low heat for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 13.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 480.6 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

QUICK "STEWED" TOMATOES



Quick

Halving some of the tomatoes gives this side a range of textures.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon butter
2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
1/2 medium onion, diced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 pints grape or cherry tomatoes, 1 pint halved
1/4 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium. Add celery, onion, and 1/2 cup water; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until water has evaporated and celery is tender, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes; cook until tomatoes are soft and juicy, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in basil; season with salt and pepper.

SOUTHERN STEWED TOMATOES



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Make and share this Southern Stewed Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Normaone

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 slices stale homemade bread, cut in cubes
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes with juice
1/2 cup sugar
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Spray an oven proof casserole with cooking spray and set aside.
  • Put the tomatoes with their juices into the casserole and cut up into chunks.
  • Add the sugar and stir.
  • Cut the butter into chunks and add to tomato mixture.
  • Stir in the stale bread cubes-enough to make a thick mixture.
  • Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and the mixture is very thick.
  • Cover with foil if it appears to be browning too quickly towards the end.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.1, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 20.4, Sodium 514.6, Carbohydrate 28.3, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 20.3, Protein 2.1

JERSEY FRESH STEWED TOMATOES



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This is a great side dish for ham or fish using garden-fresh tomatoes, peppers, celery and onions. A little sugar cuts the acid of the tomatoes.

Provided by SHORECOOK

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 large tomatoes - peeled, cored, and chopped
¾ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ cup chopped sweet onion
½ cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried basil
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon water
1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Combine tomatoes, green bell pepper, onion, and celery in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir until fragrant, about 10 minutes. Reduce heat and cook until green bell pepper and onion are soft, about 5 minutes more. Stir in sugar, salt, oregano, basil, and pepper.
  • Whisk water and cornstarch together in a small bowl. Stir into the skillet. Simmer tomato mixture until thickened, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 37 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 159.1 mg, Sugar 5 g

STEWED TOMATOES



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This fast and yummy side is so easy to make, it will be ready in no time. It is good way to use some of your garden-fresh tomatoes.-Myra Innes, Auburn, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 21m

Yield 3-4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large tomatoes, peeled and quartered
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
Dash pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water

Steps:

  • In a 1-qt. microwave-safe bowl, combine the tomatoes, sugar, butter, seasoned salt and pepper. Cover and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into the tomato mixture. Cover and cook 1 minute longer or until thickened and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes: Use tomatoes that are at their peak of ripeness for the best flavor. Look for tomatoes that are deep red in color and have no blemishes.
  • Use a variety of tomatoes: Using a variety of tomatoes, such as Roma, San Marzano, and cherry tomatoes, will add depth and complexity to the flavor of your stewed tomatoes.
  • Roast the tomatoes before stewing them: Roasting the tomatoes before stewing them will help to concentrate their flavor and give them a slightly smoky taste.
  • Add aromatics to the stewed tomatoes: Aromatics, such as garlic, onion, and basil, will add flavor and depth to the stewed tomatoes.
  • Season the stewed tomatoes well: Season the stewed tomatoes with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a pinch of sugar to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.
  • Simmer the stewed tomatoes for at least 30 minutes: Simmering the stewed tomatoes for at least 30 minutes will help to develop their flavor and thicken the sauce.

Conclusion:

Stewed tomatoes are a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, from pasta sauces to soups and stews. They are also a great way to preserve tomatoes when they are in season. With a few simple tips, you can make delicious stewed tomatoes that will add flavor and depth to your favorite dishes.

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