Convert fresh tomatoes to canned recipes - Ingredient substitution

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Here's how to make a stewed tomato substitute from fresh tomatoes, or other canned tomato products. Making a recipe that calls for a can of whole peeled tomatoes?

Diced Tomato Substitute
Whole Peeled Tomato Substitute
Stewed Tomato Substitute
Canned Chopped Tomatoes Recipe
How do I substitute fresh tomatoes for canned tomatoes?
How many fresh tomatoes in 14.5 oz can?
How many cups of tomatoes are in a can?
Are canned tomatoes the same as fresh tomatoes?

Diced Tomato Substitute

Need a can of diced tomatoes for a soup, chili, casserole or sauce recipe? Here's what to use, when you don't have any.
Provided by: Erin Huffstetler, MyFrugalHome.com
Total time: 2 minutes
Prep time: 2 minutes
Yields: 2 servings
Cuisine: Global
Number of ingredients: 1

Ingredients:

Fresh tomatoes or whole peeled tomatoes

Nutrition:

How to cook:

From Fresh Tomatoes:
Use two cups chopped tomatoes in place of one 14.5 oz. can. If you have time, peel, core and seed the tomatoes.
From Whole Peeled Tomatoes:
Quarter, core, seed and dice tomatoes. If time permits, transfer diced tomatoes and tomato juice to a saucepan. Bring to a boil; then, reduce heat; and simmer until juices begin to thicken. Use one 14.5 oz. can of whole peeled tomatoes in place of one 14.5 oz. can of diced tomatoes.

Notes: Tomato Conversions & Equivalents, Tomato Conversions ; 1 (14½ ounce) can tomatoes, = 5 to 6 whole or about 1 pound ; 1 (16 ounce) can tomatoes, = 2 cups ; 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes

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Whole Peeled Tomato Substitute

Making a recipe that calls for a can of whole peeled tomatoes? Here's what to use, if you don't have any.
Provided by: Erin Huffstetler, MyFrugalHome.com
Total time: 2 minutes
Prep time: 2 minutes
Yields: 2 servings
Cuisine: Global
Number of ingredients: 1

Ingredients:

Fresh tomatoes, crushed tomatoes or diced tomatoes

Nutrition:

How to cook:

From Fresh Tomatoes:
Peel and core plum tomatoes to create your own whole peeled tomatoes. Use one pound (approx. 5-6 tomatoes) to replace one 14.5 oz. can. Use two pounds (approx. 10-12 tomatoes) to replace one 28 oz. can.
From Crushed or Diced Tomatoes:
Replace can for can. Use crushed, if you’re making a slow-cooked dish, or a soup or sauce with a smooth texture. Use diced, if you’re making a dish with a short cook time, or chunkier texture. Since crushed and diced tomatoes have already undergone some cooking, you may find that your recipe doesn’t require as much cook time. You may also find that you’re able to skip a couple steps in your recipe.

Notes: How to Substitute Fresh Tomatoes for Canned Diced Tomatoes, "You can usually substitute 2 cups of fresh chopped tomatoes for one 14.5-ounce can of diced tomatoes," explains Julia Chebotar, New York City-based chef and

Stewed Tomato Substitute

Here's how to make a stewed tomato substitute from fresh tomatoes, or other canned tomato products.
Provided by: Erin Huffstetler, MyFrugalHome.com
Total time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Prep time: 5 minutes
Yields: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Number of ingredients: 1

Ingredients:

Diced tomatoes, whole peeled tomatoes or fresh tomatoes

How to cook:

From Diced, Whole Peeled or Crushed Tomatoes:
Add a 14.5-oz. can of diced tomatoes, or whole peeled tomatoes (that you’ve chopped) to a non-reactive pot. Crushed tomatoes will also work. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper and 1/4 cup chopped celery. Bring to a boil. Then, drop to a simmer, and continue cooking until the veggies are soft. Add 1/2 tsp sugar, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp dried oregano and 1/8 tsp dried basil to season.Use two cups of this mixture in place of one 14.5-oz. can of stewed tomatoes. Double this recipe to replace a 28-oz. can. If using in a soup, casserole or other long-cooking dish, just add the ingredients straight to the pot, without cooking first. They’ll cook as the dish cooks.
From Fresh Tomatoes:
Use this quick recipe to make stewed tomatoes from scratch. You’ll need 3-4 large tomatoes to replace a 14.5-oz. can, or 6-8 large tomatoes to replace a 28-oz. can.

Notes: Can I use fresh tomatoes instead of canned for chili?, 2 cups fresh chopped tomatoes may typically be substituted for one 14.5-ounce can of diced tomatoes. If a recipe asks for whole canned tomatoes,

Canned Chopped Tomatoes Recipe

See how easy it is to can your own jars of chopped tomatoes. They're perfect for quick meals any time of year.
Provided by: Molly Watson
Total time: 100 minutes
Cook time: 70 minutes
Prep time: 30 minutes
Yields: 18 servings
Cuisine: American
Number of ingredients: 2

Ingredients:

10 pounds tomatoes, such as ripe Roma, or other low-moisture tomatoes
6 tablespoons bottled lemon juice

Nutrition:

How to cook:

Gather the ingredients.
Bring a large pot or canning kettle of water to a boil.
While the water comes to a boil, use a sharp knife to cut a small "x" in the bottom of each tomato.
Place the tomatoes in the boiling water.
After about a minute of cooking, lift them out with a slotted spoon. Immediately put the tomatoes into a large bowl of ice water or on a large baking sheet; this stops the internal cooking process.
Once the tomatoes have cooled to the touch, use a sharp paring knife to remove the skins. They should slip right off after the blanching and ice bath.
Chop the tomatoes, reserving as many of their juices as possible.
Put the tomatoes and their juices in a large pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook, stirring frequently, until they thicken up. It should take about 30 minutes.
To sterilize the jars, bring your canning kettle water back to a boil. Put the empty jars in the canning rack and boil them for 10 minutes.
Then place the lids in the water separately for 10 minutes—this softens the sealant.
Remove the jars from the water.
While the water is boiling, put 1 tablespoon bottled lemon juice in each jar. Fill your jars evenly with the cooked tomatoes, leaving 1/2 inch of headspace at the top of the jars.
Wipe the jars clean. Place the lids and rims on top of the jars, then set the jars in the canning rack. Lower them into the boiling water in the canning kettle and boil for 40 minutes.
After removing cans from their water bath, place them on a counter to cool.

Notes: The 5 Best Substitutes For Diced Tomatoes, Though nothing beats fresh ingredients, canned tomatoes are a great substitute for diced tomatoes. They're usually readily available