Easy Freezer Ready Homemade Stewed Tomatoes Recipe

Elevate your cooking with this simple recipe for homemade stewed tomatoes! Perfect for freezing and adding a burst of fresh flavor to stews, casseroles, sauces, pasta dishes, and more. Skip the canned stuff and enjoy the superior taste of fresh, homemade stewed tomatoes. This recipe is easily doubled or tripled to meet your needs. We'll guide you through making a batch of delicious stewed tomatoes that are far better than anything you'll find in a can. Plus, learn a quick trick for using fresh tomatoes!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 103.6 kcal

Protein 3g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Freezer Ready Homemade Stewed Tomatoes

Whole Tomatoes
Butter
1/4 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
Sugar to taste (optional)
Celery
1 medium onion, chopped
a few dashes Tabasco sauce (optional)
1 tablespoon cornstarch

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How to Make Easy Freezer Ready Homemade Stewed Tomatoes

Peel and roughly chop 2 lbs fresh tomatoes (or use 2 (28 ounce) cans of whole peeled tomatoes, undrained). If using fresh tomatoes, blanch them in boiling water for 2 minutes, then peel and chop.
In a large saucepan, combine the chopped tomatoes, 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, breaking up the tomatoes slightly with a spoon or spatula.
Reduce heat to low, add 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and a few dashes of Tabasco sauce (optional), and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth.
Stir the cornstarch mixture into the simmering tomatoes. Continue to simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has slightly thickened.
Remove from heat and taste, adjusting salt and sugar to your preference.
Let the stewed tomatoes cool completely before transferring them to freezer-safe containers. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

15g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Freezer Ready Homemade Stewed Tomatoes?

Easy Freezer Ready Homemade Stewed Tomatoes takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Freezer Ready Homemade Stewed Tomatoes?

Easy Freezer Ready Homemade Stewed Tomatoes has approximately 103.6 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Freezer Ready Homemade Stewed Tomatoes?

The key ingredients for Easy Freezer Ready Homemade Stewed Tomatoes are Whole Tomatoes, Butter, Salt, Sugar, Celery, Onion. See the full list with measurements above.