Blanching is steaming or boiling food for 2 or 3 minutes. This method helps to keep vegetables fresh and to make them soft. For example, before baking or frying, boil asparagus in water for a few minutes. You can blanch almost anything: tomatoes (to peel

How to Peel Tomatoes: The Roasting Method. Roasting is a hands-off technique for peeling tomatoes that gives them a robust, smoky flavor that’s great for making salsa or spaghetti sauce. This method works well with smaller, less juicy tomatoes such as p

On the end opposite the core of each tomato, use a sharp knife to score an "X". Boil a pot of water. Add tomatoes to the boiling water--no more than a dozen at a time. More than that is hard to handle quickly. Boil for 30-60 seconds, remove toma