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I prepare the sauce ahead of time, so it saves precious moments when we come in after working out in the fields!—Barbara Johnson, Decker, Indiana
Nutritional Facts 1 serving equals 375 calories, 14 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 60 mg cholesterol, 851 mg sodium, 33 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 29 g protein.
Originally published as Baked Ziti with Fresh Tomatoes in Country Ground Beef , p50
Seeding TomatoesSummer is the perfect time of year to enjoy fresh juicy tomatoes in all types of recipes. It's usually not necessary to remove the seeds from tomatoes before using. But for some recipes, seeding the tomatoes can improve the dish's appearance or eliminate excess moisture. For example, it's not important to seed tomatoes when preparing a tossed salad. But it's nice to remove the seeds when making creamy tomato soup to ensure a smooth texture. And using seeded tomatoes when assembling a casserole can prevent it from becoming watery. To remove the seeds from a tomato, cut it in half horizontally and remove the stem. Holding a tomato half over a bowl or sink, scrape out seeds with a small spoon or squeeze the tomato to force out the seeds. Then slice or dice as directed in the recipe.
Summer is the perfect time of year to enjoy fresh juicy tomatoes in all types of recipes. It's usually not necessary to remove the seeds from tomatoes before using. But for some recipes, seeding the tomatoes can improve the dish's appearance or eliminate excess moisture. For example, it's not important to seed tomatoes when preparing a tossed salad. But it's nice to remove the seeds when making creamy tomato soup to ensure a smooth texture. And using seeded tomatoes when assembling a casserole can prevent it from becoming watery. To remove the seeds from a tomato, cut it in half horizontally and remove the stem. Holding a tomato half over a bowl or sink, scrape out seeds with a small spoon or squeeze the tomato to force out the seeds. Then slice or dice as directed in the recipe.
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Enjoy this recipe with a full-bodied red wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot or Syrah.
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Reviewed on Feb. 04, 2010 by mchtpr
This recipe was delicious!My daughter and I had such a great time experimenting with peeling the tomatoes, and we were very surprised about how sweet the tomatoes were once they were peeled.Happy memories...thanks so much!
This recipe was delicious!
My daughter and I had such a great time experimenting with peeling the tomatoes, and we were very surprised about how sweet the tomatoes were once they were peeled.
Happy memories...thanks so much!
Reviewed on Sep. 04, 2009 by marjimartin
I bring a pot of water to boiling. I make a cross in the bottom of the tomatoe. Immerse the tomatoes in the boiling water three minutes and immediately place in ice water. They peel quite easily then.
Reviewed on Sep. 03, 2009 by tkpfister
loved this casserole. i added 2 or 3 tablespoons of sugar.
Reviewed on Sep. 02, 2009 by acg929
How do you peel it??
Reviewed on Sep. 01, 2009 by JudyUngerer
Cut the stems off and squeeze the tomatoes. Seeds come right out.
Reviewed on Sep. 01, 2009 by JulieKBaker
How do you peel and seed a tomato? Could you use some sort of canned tomato as a substituteJulie from MN
How do you peel and seed a tomato? Could you use some sort of canned tomato as a substitute
Julie from MN
Reviewed on Sep. 01, 2009 by Mamasuejean
This sounds really good. I wonder if adding some chili powder would add more flavor. Makes me want to try this recipe, even though I don't have fresh tomatoes
Reviewed on Jan. 22, 2009 by sandysmr
I add itialan seasonings,basil,and garlic! I am itialian i always make pasta dishes! Try puting fresh herbs like basil.Sandy from FL
I add itialan seasonings,basil,and garlic! I am itialian i always make pasta dishes! Try puting fresh herbs like basil.
Sandy from FL
Reviewed on Jan. 18, 2009 by mlandis16
I made this recipe to try for my family and it was good but felt like something was missing or there wasn't enough favor. We liked the fresh tomatoes in it but thought it needed to have more tomato sauce in it. We have another ziti recipe we like better but will add tomatoes in that one to make it even better. Thanks!Michele from PA
I made this recipe to try for my family and it was good but felt like something was missing or there wasn't enough favor. We liked the fresh tomatoes in it but thought it needed to have more tomato sauce in it. We have another ziti recipe we like better but will add tomatoes in that one to make it even better. Thanks!
Michele from PA
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