Processing tomatoes can be a daunting task, especially when faced with a large quantity like the two tables of tomatoes that the speaker in the video has to deal with. Despite having a ton of tomatoes in the freezer and garden, the speaker decides to tackle the task and make two tomato products: roasted pizza sauce and tomato sauce. The inspiration for the roasted pizza sauce recipe came from Crystal’s cookbook, and the speaker is glad to have made it as the flavor is phenomenal.
To start the tomato processing, the speaker needs to wash all the tomatoes and get them cooking down. She also needs to remove the cores and chop the tomatoes before processing them through a food mill. The speaker prefers this method over blanching the tomatoes to remove the skins and seeds, as it is less work. Canning tomato products is a labor of love, but the speaker finds it worth it and has expanded her tomato products on her pantry shelf with diced tomatoes and tomato paste. She encourages others to try growing or sourcing locally grown tomatoes and provides resources to find local farmers.
Gathering and Washing Tomatoes
The speaker in the video is processing a large number of tomatoes in their kitchen. They have decided to make two tomato products – roasted pizza sauce and tomato paste. To begin, the speaker needs to wash all of the tomatoes. They remove the stems and place the tomatoes in a bowl to be washed.
The speaker mentions that they have had a very successful tomato year and have been able to produce all the tomato products they need for an entire year from their garden. They recommend finding local farmers to source tomatoes from if one does not have a garden.
After washing the tomatoes, the speaker separates them into two batches – one for the roasted pizza sauce and the other for the tomato paste. The roasted pizza sauce batch is roasted in a roaster pan with a little bit of water to prevent scorching. The tomato paste batch is cooked down in a large stockpot.
The speaker notes that when canning tomato sauce, it is important to remove the skins and seeds. They prefer to run the cooked down tomatoes through a food mill to do so.
Overall, the speaker emphasizes the labor of love that is canning tomato products and the satisfaction of having homemade tomato products on their pantry shelf.
Making Roasted Pizza Sauce
The speaker in the video is processing a large amount of tomatoes to make roasted pizza sauce. They have already washed and prepared some cherry tomatoes for roasting in the oven at 425 degrees Fahrenheit. The speaker is also processing a large quantity of tomatoes in a 30 quart stock pot. They plan on running these tomatoes through a food mill to remove the skins and seeds before cooking them down.
The speaker is considering whether to pressure can or water bath can the tomato sauce. They have already canned diced tomatoes and tomato paste this year and are expanding their tomato products on their pantry shelf. The speaker emphasizes the labor of love that goes into canning tomato products but believes it is worth it to have their own tomato products on their pantry shelf.
The speaker recommends finding local farmers in the area who grow tomatoes if one does not have a garden. They also provide resources to help locate local farmers. The speaker is using a roaster pan to cook down some of the tomatoes and advises putting a little bit of water in the bottom to prevent scorching.
Overall, the speaker is confident and knowledgeable in their tomato processing methods and emphasizes the satisfaction of growing or sourcing locally.
Preparing Tomatoes for Sauce
The speaker in the video is preparing two tomato products today, roasted pizza sauce with cherry tomatoes for the freezer and tomato sauce using the rest of the tomatoes. The first step in preparing the tomatoes is to wash them. The speaker washes all of the tomatoes, including the ones from the freezer, before getting them cooking down.
To make the roasted pizza sauce, the speaker preheats the oven to 425 degrees and roasts the cherry tomatoes in a cast iron pan. The speaker also mentions that she normally cans pizza sauce but is trying a freezer-safe recipe this year.
For the tomato sauce, the speaker removes the stems and cores from the tomatoes and chops them up. The speaker then runs the tomatoes through a food mill to remove the skins and seeds.
The speaker mentions that canning tomato products is a labor of love but worth it. She expands her tomato products on her pantry shelf with diced tomatoes and tomato paste. The speaker also encourages finding local tomato farmers for those who don’t have a garden.
Overall, the speaker is confident and knowledgeable in her tomato processing skills and enjoys having her own tomato products on her pantry shelf.
Cooking Down the Tomatoes
The speaker in the video is processing a large quantity of tomatoes to make two tomato products – roasted pizza sauce and tomato paste. The first step in the process is to wash all the tomatoes. The speaker removes the stems from the tomatoes and washes them thoroughly.
For the roasted pizza sauce, the speaker preheats the oven to 425 degrees and roasts the cherry tomatoes in a roasting pan with some water. The roasted tomatoes are then run through a food mill to remove the skins and seeds.
The speaker uses a 30-quart stockpot to cook down the remaining tomatoes. The tomatoes are chopped to release their juices and then cooked down until they are soft. The speaker plans to run these tomatoes through a food mill as well to remove the skins and seeds.
The speaker is unsure whether to pressure can or water bath can the tomato sauce. They will decide later in the day.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of removing the skins and seeds when canning tomato sauce. They also recommend finding local tomato farmers to source fresh tomatoes.
Overall, the speaker is confident and knowledgeable in their tomato processing techniques and seems to enjoy the process of preserving their own tomato products.
Removing Cores and Chopping Tomatoes
In the video, the speaker begins by explaining that they will be processing two tables of tomatoes. They plan to make roasted pizza sauce with some of the cherry tomatoes for the freezer. The speaker mentions that they were hesitant to make this recipe because they love the convenience of canned pizza sauce. However, they decided to try the recipe and found that it was delicious.
To begin the tomato processing, the speaker washes all of the tomatoes and removes the stems. They plan to run the tomatoes through a food mill, which will remove the skins and seeds. Before processing the tomatoes, the speaker realizes that they forgot to remove the cores from some of the tomatoes. They use a meat chopper to break up the tomatoes and release the juices, making it easier to cook them down.
The speaker notes that they have had an excellent tomato year and have been able to produce all the tomato products they need for one entire year from their garden. They have expanded their tomato products on their pantry shelf with diced tomatoes and tomato paste.
After processing all of the tomatoes, the speaker clears the table and washes the tablecloth. They then move on to processing the tomatoes from the freezer. The speaker explains that they have already washed these tomatoes, so they do not need to be washed again.
To process the frozen tomatoes, the speaker grabs a basket and dumps them into it. They plan to save the Ziploc bags for future use.
Overall, the speaker is confident and knowledgeable in their tomato processing techniques. They emphasize the labor of love that is canning tomato products, but find it worth it to have their own tomato products on their pantry shelf.
Processing Tomatoes Through a Food Mill
The speaker in the video is processing a large quantity of tomatoes to make roasted pizza sauce and other tomato products. To remove the skins and seeds from the tomatoes, the speaker plans to run them through a food mill.
The process of processing tomatoes through a food mill involves cooking the tomatoes down until they are soft and then running them through a food mill to remove the skins and seeds. The speaker notes that this is a preferred method of removing the skins and seeds, as it is less labor-intensive than blanching the tomatoes.
After washing the tomatoes, the speaker removes the stems and cores before cooking them down. They then use a meat chopper to break down the tomatoes and release their juices. Once the tomatoes are cooked down, the speaker plans to run them through a food mill to remove the skins and seeds.
The speaker notes that canning tomato products is a labor of love, but it is worth the effort to have homemade tomato products on the pantry shelf. They encourage others to grow or source locally grown tomatoes and provide resources for finding local farmers.
In summary, processing tomatoes through a food mill involves cooking down the tomatoes and then running them through a food mill to remove the skins and seeds. This method is less labor-intensive than blanching the tomatoes and is a preferred method for the speaker.
Expanding Tomato Products in Pantry
The speaker in the video is processing a large quantity of tomatoes to expand their pantry with tomato products. They plan to make two tomato products – roasted pizza sauce with cherry tomatoes for the freezer and tomato sauce. The speaker is using a 30-quart stock pot to cook down the tomatoes and will run them through a food mill to remove the skins and seeds. They have also expanded their pantry with diced tomatoes and tomato paste. The speaker advises finding local farmers to source tomatoes for those who do not have a garden. They also mention that canning tomato products is a labor of love but worth it.
Dealing with Frozen Tomatoes
The speaker in the video is processing a large quantity of tomatoes, including those that were frozen. She plans to make roasted pizza sauce with cherry tomatoes and is considering whether to can or freeze the sauce. To begin, she washes all the tomatoes before cooking them down. She uses a 30-quart stockpot to cook the fresh tomatoes and plans to run them through a food mill to remove the skins and seeds.
For the frozen tomatoes, she retrieves them from the freezer and places them in a basket. She previously washed these tomatoes before freezing them, so there is no need to wash them again. She plans to thaw them and cook them down in a roaster pan with a little bit of water to prevent scorching.
The speaker notes that canning tomato products is a labor of love, but she finds it worth the effort to have her own tomato products on her pantry shelf. She encourages others to source locally grown tomatoes, whether from their own garden or from local farmers.
Overall, the speaker is confident and knowledgeable in her approach to processing a large quantity of tomatoes, including those that were frozen. She uses a variety of techniques and equipment to efficiently cook down the tomatoes and remove the skins and seeds.
Using a Roaster for Tomato Processing
When processing a large quantity of tomatoes, a roaster can be a useful tool. It can help with even cooking and prevent scorching on the bottom. To use a roaster for tomato processing, the first step is to add a little bit of water to the bottom of the roaster. This will help with even cooking and prevent scorching.
Next, the tomatoes should be washed and prepared for cooking. The stems should be removed, and the cores should be cut out. If desired, the tomatoes can be chopped to release their juices and make them easier to cook down.
Once the tomatoes are prepared, they can be added to the roaster. The roaster should be heated to the desired temperature, usually around 425 degrees Fahrenheit. The tomatoes can then be roasted in the roaster until they are cooked down and soft.
After the tomatoes are cooked down, they can be run through a food mill to remove the skins and seeds. This is important when canning tomato sauce, as the skins and seeds can affect the quality of the final product.
Using a roaster for tomato processing can be a great way to process a large quantity of tomatoes quickly and efficiently. It is important to be careful when using a roaster, as it can heat up quickly and scorch the bottom if not used properly.