Canning Recipes - Stewed Tomatoes

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   Remove peels on tomatoes.

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   This is not done in the ordinary way of peeling, say apples.

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   The easiest way to do this is to put them a few at a time in boiling water for about one half minute.

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   Then rinse them in cold water.

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   Now remove the skin with a knife.

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   The skin should almost fall off, but leave the tomato flesh whole.

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   Place peeled tomatoes in a large kettle or Dutch oven.

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   Add remaining ingredients.

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   Bring mixture to a boil.

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    Reduce heat and cover.

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    Simmer for about 10 minutes.

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    Be sure to stir periodically to prevent scorching and sticking.

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    Spoon hot tomatoes into hot, quart or pint jars.

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    Leave about 1 inch of head-space.

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    Wipe the jar rims and adjust the lids.

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    Process 10 pounds in a pressure cooker for about 20

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    minutes.

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    Allow a natural cool down, then remove jars from canner to cool on racks.

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    Make sure jars and sealed and lids do not pop when you press on the center.

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    If lids make popping sound they are not sealed and should be refrigerated and used first.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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