Canned Tomato A Pezzetti Food

CANNED TOMATO A PEZZETTI

Steps:

• Prepare a large ice bath; set aside. Bring a large stockpot of water to a boil. Score an X in the bottom of each tomato. Working in batches, place tomatoes in boiling water a few minutes, just until skins start splitting. Using a large sieve, transfer to ice bath; let cool slightly. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined baking sheet.
• Peel tomatoes, reserving skins and seeds in a large bowl; set aside. Using a sharp paring knife, remove stem from peeled tomatoes, and discard. Slice tomatoes in half crosswise, and scrape the seeds into the bowl with the peels. Cut tomatoes into 1/2- to 1-inch pieces, and place in a separate bowl. Pass the peels and seeds through a food mill on the finest holes, and add to tomato pieces. Season with salt; gently stir to combine.
• Place a large basil leaf in the bottom of each pint or quart jar; fill with tomato mixture. Clean and dry top rim of each jar with a kitchen towel, and place lids and rings on the jars; twist tightly to seal.
• Fill a large canning pot lined with a wire rack with water, and bring to a boil over high heat. (If you donâ??t have a canning pot, you can fit a large stockpot with a wire rack or with a layer of extra ring lids to keep the jars from sitting directly over the heat. The stockpot should be deep enough that the jars will be covered with water when they are added.)
• When the water has come to a full boil, carefully place the jars in the water with tongs or a jar clamp. Boil pint jars 30 minutes and quart jars 45 minutes.
• Carefully transfer jars to a baking sheet; let cool. When completely cool, check the lids to make sure they are sealed by pressing down on the middle. If the lid pops back, it is not sealed; refrigerate unsealed jars immediately, and use within 2 weeks. Sealed jars can be stored in a cool, dark place 2 years or longer.

CANNED FRESH TOMATO SPAGHETTI SAUCE

Steps:

• Cut tomatoes, run through food processor, then through food mill, and put into a large pan to cook.
• Meanwhile cut up the garlic and onions and cook in oil in a separate pan, then run through the food mill.
• Add onions, garlic, and remaining ingredients to tomatoes and slowly heat to a boil. Boil stirring occasionally until thick (about 2 hours).
• To can, pour into clean hot quart jars, leaving 1/2 inch head space.
• Process 40 minute in a boiling water bath.

BRUSCHETTA

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Brush 1/4 cup olive oil over bread, and spread on a baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly.
• In a large saute pan, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until onions begin to brown, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, parsley, and thyme; increase heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring, until tomatoes start to dry and mixture is caramelized, about 10 minutes.
• Spread a heaping teaspoon of ricotta over each toast slice; top with a teaspoon of tomato mixture. Garnish with thyme, and serve.

STUFFED EGGPLANT

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cut eggplants in half lengthwise, and use a melon baller or small spoon to scoop out flesh, leaving a 1/4-inch border around the edges. Place flesh in a sieve set over a medium bowl, and toss with 1 teaspoon salt; let sit 20 minutes to drain excess moisture. Coarsely chop until pieces are about the size of peas. Meanwhile, bring the water to a boil in a large saucepan, and add the eggplant shells. Cook 2 minutes; transfer to drain on a baking sheet, cut side down, and let cool slightly.
• In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add half the garlic, the chopped eggplant, and remaining teaspoon salt; saute, stirring occasionally, 3 to 4 minutes. Add 2 cups tomatoes; increase heat to medium-high, and continue cooking until the tomatoes stop releasing juices, about 3 minutes more. Add half the red pepper and the parsley and oregano. Transfer to a medium bowl; add egg, cheese, and 6 tablespoons breadcrumbs. Stir well to combine.
• In an 8-by-11 1/2-inch baking dish, mix remaining 2 cups tomatoes with remaining garlic and red pepper. Scoop heaping amounts of filling into eggplant shells, and arrange on top of tomato mixture in baking dish. Mix remaining 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs and teaspoon olive oil; sprinkle over eggplant filling. Bake until the tops begin to brown, about 1 hour. Remove from oven, and serve hot.

ITALIAN-STYLE CANNED TOMATOES

Steps:

• Place a wire rack in a rimmed baking sheet or line it with a clean towel. Set aside.
• Wash the tomatoes. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Prepare an ice bath in a large bowl. Cut a small "X" in the blossom end, or bottom, of each tomato with a paring knife. Dip the tomatoes in the boiling water for 30 to 60 seconds, then immediately plunge them into the ice bath. Slip off the skins and remove the cores.
• Heat the tomato juice in a small non-reactive pot until simmering. Place the canning rack in the canner and fill the pot with water; bring to a boil over high heat.
• Place a still-hot, clean quart canning jar (see Cook's Notes) on the prepared baking sheet. (This will help contain any dribbles or spills and prevent the jars from directly touching the metal.) Place the lemon juice and salt in the jar. Add the basil leaves. Pack the tomatoes into the jar one at a time, pressing firmly to remove any air pockets and leaving at least 1/2 inch of headroom. Cover the tomatoes in the jar with the hot tomato juice, leaving 1/2 inch of headroom.
• Using tongs, place the jars on the rack in the canner. The water should cover the jars by at least 1 inch. Cover the canner. Return the water to a boil and boil gently for 85 minutes (at altitudes less than 1,000 feet elevation; see Cook's Note). Using tongs, transfer the jars to a towel to cool. If the seal works and fits properly, the metal lid will be slightly concave within 24 hours of processing. Store in a cool dark place for up to 1 year.