Cherry Tomato Preserve

Name: Cherry Tomato Preserve
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 0
Ingredients: Yellow cherry tomatoes (or other colors) 1 lb; Water 2 cups; Fine salt 3 tsp

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Calories per serving

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Vegetarian
Vegan

Energy Kcal 8
Carbohydrates g 1.3
of which sugars g 1.3
Protein g 0.6
Fats g 0.1
of which saturated fat g 0.01
Fiber g 0.5
Sodium mg 613

Difficulty: Very easy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Makes: pieces
Cost: Very low

PRESENTATION

Imagine this: You walk into an Italian kitchen during summer, and—bam!—the bright aroma of cherry tomato preserve hits you. It is amazing. These little gems are a staple, especially when tomato season really peaks. And italians have, honestly, nailed it with this method. It's super simple—a water and salt solution transforms fresh cherry tomatoes into something way way better than you'd expect. It's not just about preserving food; it's about infusing your dishes with that sweet and tangy burst only preserved tomatoes can offer. Picture a jar full of tender tomatoes, ready to elevate a quick pasta sauce. In Italy, it’s pretty common to see these preserved delights tossed into spaghetti with stracchino cheese or paired with anchovies for a classic, easygoing meal.

Creating your own cherry tomato jam or cherry tomato chutney at home? Oh, for sure! It ensures you always have something moist and flavorful on hand, even when fresh tomatoes are scarce.

On those laid-back days, when a simple snack is all you crave, homemade cherry tomato preserve fits perfectly. Italians love spreading these tomatoes on crusty bread, maybe with some salty cured meats or a slice of cheese. Perfect, right? Ideal for those afternoons where a few crispy bites are just right. This is the essence of Italian cuisine: using fresh ingredients, keeping it simple, and ending up with something really really good. You’ll find different regional spins—some prefer a touch more sweetness, others a bit more salt or a hint of herbs—but the core idea remains. With cherry tomato jam or a spoonful of cherry tomato chutney in your fridge, you can whip up a variety of snacks and meals effortlessly. And look, it’s all about taking a bounty of ripe tomatoes and turning them into something that captures the taste and spirit of Italian summer, letting you enjoy it all year long.

How to prepare Cherry Tomato Preserve

To prepare the cherry tomato preserve, you must sanitize the jars as indicated in the box at the bottom of the recipe, following the Ministry of Health guidelines. We recommend using sanitized jars and new lids. Then wash the cherry tomatoes carefully 1. If necessary, rub them to remove any soil. Then drain them well and divide them into two 12 oz jars 2. Pour the water into a saucepan 3,

add the salt 4 and bring to a boil. You will obtain a 3% brine that you will need to pour into the jars to cover the cherry tomatoes 5. Place the appropriate press on top of the cherry tomatoes 6

and close with the appropriate lids, which must be new 7. Immerse the jars in water, they should be almost completely covered 8 and bring to a boil. Cook for a total of 45 minutes over medium heat. Then turn off and let the jars cool in the pot, then drain them and leave them for a moment at room temperature 9 before storing your cherry tomatoes in the pantry!

Storage

The cherry tomato preserve can be stored in the pantry, away from heat sources, for 90 days. Once opened, keep them in the refrigerator and consume them within a few days.

Tip

This preserve will allow you to have ready-to-use cherry tomatoes available to enjoy with toasted bread or to prepare a simple sauce or other condiments featuring cherry tomatoes paired with, for example, anchovies, stracchino, tuna, bacon...

IMPORTANT

The homemade preparation of preserves and jams can present health risks. In a domestic environment, it's not possible to create the conditions and measures necessary to ensure the safety and suitability of foods, which, on the contrary, industrial procedures can assure to prevent dangerous contamination. It's therefore important to meticulously follow food safety guidelines to reduce risks, but one must always keep in mind that the same food safety as professional preserves and jams can never be achieved. For correct preparation of homemade preserves, we refer to the Ministry of Health guidelines.

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Cherry Tomato Preserve

PRESENTATION

How to prepare Cherry Tomato Preserve

Storage

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