a homely tomato. It will often be a good one because it’s usually either a tasty heirloom variety or organically grown. Store ripe tomatoes stem side down, which prolongs shelf life by preventing bruising.
- CHOOSE tomatoes with a serrated bread knife to make neat slices and avoid squeezing out the juices.
- CUT easily by cutting an X with a paring knife on the bottom of the tomato, dipping it 30 seconds in boiling water, and then plunging it into ice water.
- PEEL off the skin with your fingers, starting at the cut. The peel will slip right off.
- PULL
