The first time I heard you could freeze whole tomatoes, I was not convinced. Freeze raw, unpeeled tomatoes? You must be joking! I remember my mom slaving away canning tomatoes in a kitchen that was a hot, steamy, sticky mess.
The idea of easily preserving tomatoes for chili, sauces, and soup quickly seemed too good to be true, but it is. It really works! This method is a game changer, especially for someone with an overflowing garden and a busy life.
If you’re wondering if it is safe to freeze tomatoes raw, the answer is yes! I wish I had known this long ago, and I’m happy to share it with you now! My source is the amazing Nebraska Institute of Food and Agriculture, UNL Food Department at The University Of Nebraska at Lincoln.
Please note there is no “recipe” because all you need are the tomatoes and good quality freezer bags or containers. Another great thing about freezing tomatoes this way is you can do up a small batch when the tomatoes get ahead of you! “Waste not, want not” never went out of style!
The Quick And Lazy Way To Freeze Tomatoes Whole