ZESTY STEWED TOMATOES

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This recipe is good for stews, rice, grits, or anything you choose to use stewed tomatoes for. This also freezes well. Serving size, cook time and prep time is approximate.

Provided by Shannon Fernekes

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 -8 medium tomatoes
1 -2 stalk celery, ends cut,finely chopped
1/3 cup yellow bell pepper, finely chopped
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon season salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon italian seasoning (optional)
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper (optional)
3 cups water

Steps:

  • Cross cut tomatoes on top and bottom.
  • In a large pot, boil for 3-5 minutes.
  • Remove tomatoes and place in a colander (make sure colander is inside a bowl to catch any juices).
  • Cool tomatoes until they can be handled (tomatoes should still be warm).
  • Using your thumb and a small knife, peel and core tomatoes over colander.
  • Add tomatoes and remaining ingredients to pot.
  • Cook over medium heat for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally and breaking up tomatoes while stirring.
  • Allow to cool to room temperature if you are going to store in freezer.

Rashid Shah
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


Anil Chand
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I'm not usually a fan of stewed tomatoes, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so flavorful and delicious.


Mg Mawaki
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Maho Maho
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This was a great way to use up my garden-fresh tomatoes.


Musah Marga
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit! My kids love it too.


mickey b
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Simple and tasty. Perfect for a weeknight meal.


Kareh Tush
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Overall, a solid recipe. I would definitely make it again, but I would add some more vegetables next time.


Chuck Tindol
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Not a fan. The tomatoes were too sour for my taste.


Thursday Peace
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Followed the recipe exactly and it was bland. I had to add more spices and seasonings to make it taste good.


GIFT ANI
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So good! I added a bit of chopped fresh basil at the end and it was perfect.


Mike Frey
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This turned out perfectly. Served it over pasta and it was a hit!


Dhiman Biswas
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Absolutely delicious! Great recipe for people looking for quick and healthy meal.


Sonam Phuntsho Wangchuk
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Easy to make and a family favorite!


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