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Tomatoes |
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Tomatoes are
versatile and add such a depth of flavor to dishes. They come in
heirloom varieties from deep burgundy to bright yellow, to green, and
even striped. They can be eaten raw, added to salads, enjoyed sun
dried,
roasted, stewed, added to dishes, so many options! With such a variety, it's easy to enjoy! Tomatoes should be a part of our diet every day! Add them to stews, juice them, slice them over eggs in the morning, add them to salads, toss them in stir fries, cook them into a sauce, stuff them, roast them. By themselves or paired with other foods, Tomatoes are delicious! |
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Grape Tomato varieties include Baby Grape Tomatoes,
Santa Sweets, and Sweet 100s. Grape tomatoes are more flavorful
(and slightly more expensive) than the Cherry Tomato so we tend to offer
these. They can be added to salads whole or snacked on as well as
roasted whole for a sweet intense tomato flavor. |
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Mixed Medley Baby Tomatoes add a sweet taste and splashes of orange, red and yellow color to salads with the Yellow Pear Tomatoes, Orange Round Tomatoes, Cherry Tomatoes, and Grape Tomatoes (sweet); there are even mini-baby tomatoes. Toss them over your salad or toss them in olive oil and salt and roast them at 400 for 20 minutes for a delicious sweet side dish. |
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 Orange
Cherry Tomatoes are sweet and add a splash of color! Snack on
them right out of the box! |
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Heirloom varieties come in a many sizes and shapes, and a range of colors including red (more acidic), yellow (sweeter), pink, purple, black, white, brown, orange, green, and even stripes (yellow with red stripes have a wonderful flavor), and are delicious! When you have a chance to try them, do it! See more at www.heirlooms.org | |
Bred for FLAVOR not looks, these Heirloom tomatoes, called Ugly
Ripe Tomatoe s, are a
celebration of what tomatoes were before they were bred for looks and mass
production. These tomatoes are softer, wrinkled and misshapen. But
there is no core like a regular tomato and they are sweet, juicy, and simply
superb! The flavor of these unique tomatoes is so exceptional that they are
quickly becoming the gourmet favorite among chefs and consumers alike. The
tomatoes are picked at the peak of ripeness and color and have vibrant crimson
color inside. Because of the possibility of bruising, they are hand picked into
tubs and then hand packed into individual "spongy" sleeves and should be kept in
those protective holders until you're ready to eat them. |
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| Sun Dried Tomatoes can be reconstituted in a little warm water or broth or used as is, cut into slices or bits and add to pasta or salads for an intense delicious flavor. | ||
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Tomato Facts: |
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| Nutritionally: Tomatoes are powerful antioxidants. They contain Lycopenes which help fight and prevent cancers. Fat Free, Sweet, and High in Vitamins A & C. | ||
| How to choose: Firm but not hard, vibrant. | ||
| How to store: Remember, never refrigerate a tomato! That takes away flavor and valuable nutrients. Keep them on your counter and use them soon after purchase. | ||
| How to prepare:
Add whole baby tomatoes to salads or roast them
at 400 degrees for 20 minutes until they start to caramelize. Serve with
Basil and Fresh Mozzarella. Serve topped with salt, pepper and olive
oil. Add to soups and stews or puree to make soup out of the tomatoes
themselves!
Eat and enjoy!
Tabouleh is really delicious, easy and good for you made with Bulgur that you soak in hot water, olive oil, salt and lemon juice. Then add parsley, mint, tomatoes, cucumbers red peppers, and scallions. It's better the next day! |
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| Fun Fact:
Studies have shown a reduced risk of prostate cancer so give the man you
love some tomatoes every day - on salads, in a frittata, on toast with salt
and a little butter, roasted, stuffed, stir fries, and in sauce. Tomatoes are actually a fruit, a berry more specifically, and part of the nightshade family. |
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