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re: Canning tomatoes
Posted on 1/25/13 at 7:44 am to Vol Fan in the Bayou
Posted on 1/25/13 at 7:44 am to Vol Fan in the Bayou
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Canning tomatoes
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The problem: The resin linings of tin cans contain bisphenol-A, a synthetic estrogen that has been linked to ailments ranging from reproductive problems to heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Unfortunately, acidity (a prominent characteristic of tomatoes) causes BPA to leach into your food. Studies show that the BPA in most people's body exceeds the amount that suppresses sperm production or causes chromosomal damage to the eggs of animals. "You can get 50 mcg of BPA per liter out of a tomato can, and that's a level that is going to impact people, particularly the young," says vom Saal. "I won't go near canned tomatoes."
The solution: Choose tomatoes in glass bottles (which do not need resin linings), such as the brands Bionaturae and Coluccio. You can also get several types in Tetra Pak boxes, like Trader Joe's and Pomi.
Jar them.
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Posted on 1/25/13 at 7:46 am to BuckeyeFan87
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Jar them.
Not Sure if Serious.
Posted on 1/25/13 at 7:48 am to BuckeyeFan87
Wait a minute....I thought "canning" was actually using glass jars. I have never heard of anyone actually using tin cans.
Posted on 1/25/13 at 7:48 am to OldSouth
Completely. Unless "canning" in the south stands for containing in a glass jar. 
Per dictionary.com, I'm wrong.
Says cans or jars, nothing to see here.
Per dictionary.com, I'm wrong.
Says cans or jars, nothing to see here.This post was edited on 1/25/13 at 7:53 am
Posted on 1/25/13 at 7:53 am to BuckeyeFan87
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Completely. Unless "canning" in the south stands for containing in a glass jar.
Yeah man, I guess it's a Southern thing.
Posted on 1/25/13 at 7:55 am to OldSouth
Must be, canning in mason jars is all I know canning is.
Posted on 1/25/13 at 7:55 am to Vol Fan in the Bayou
I just can whatever I don't feel like eating or giving away. I usually plant between 60 and 70 plants of 8 or 10 different varieties. We end up eating about 6 or so every day during May and June. I give away a milk crate per day to the folks I work with, and old folks at church. The rest I put up in jars. Like others said, the Romas are a good choice if that's all you want to do with them. They usually produce pretty well, but I've found the aphids like the Roma leaves more than some of the other varieties. You just have to stay on top of the bugs with them. They don't really make a good sandwich, but are fine in salads and such if you need them.
Posted on 1/25/13 at 8:01 am to Teyeger
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I have never heard of anyone actually using tin cans.
A lady I work with is from California and last summer I gave her a basket of tomatoes. She asked if she could borrow my canning supplies and I said ok. The next day I brought her my big pot and said "here you go. Just go buy your jars and lids and you'll be set." She really thought I was bringing her "cans" and associated equipment.
Posted on 1/25/13 at 8:33 am to tenfoe
What is the shelf life of caned tomatoes?
Posted on 1/25/13 at 8:40 am to Good Times
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What is the shelf life of caned tomatoes?
2-3 yrs probably if stored correctly.
Posted on 1/25/13 at 8:43 am to Good Times
I would think a couple years. Although mine rarely make it more than a year on account of they get et. I don't have a presure canner. I just use my crawfish pot, put about an inch of water over the cans and let it rip for about 20 minutes. I've been doingbit for about 10 years and have yet to have one spoil.
Posted on 1/25/13 at 8:52 am to Fap-n-Nap
Thanks for the responses guys. If there is no visual or smell warnings, would it be ok if longer?
This post was edited on 1/25/13 at 8:55 am
Posted on 1/25/13 at 8:55 am to Good Times
I've eaten 3-year old canned tomatoes before with no problems. If the lid is still down and they don't look or smell funny, they're fine.
Posted on 1/25/13 at 9:04 am to Good Times
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If there is no visual or smell warnings, would it be ok if longer?
Yes, you will get some funny looks if you say this in public but some people say 2-5 yrs.
Posted on 1/25/13 at 9:22 am to OldSouth
Thanks again.
Posted on 1/25/13 at 9:28 am to Fap-n-Nap
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mine rarely make it more than a year on account of they get et
Same here. I try to ration them out so I run out the day before I can another batch. I usually put up about 60-80 quarts every year. I usually give them as Christmas presents. Put a little bow on them and it's ready to go.
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I just use my crawfish pot, put about an inch of water over the cans and let it rip for about 20 minutes. I've been doingbit for about 10 years and have yet to have one spoil.
Me too, although I use a "canning pot" my MawMaw gave me. It's about a 30 qt pot I can fit on the stove inside. She told me for 50 years she never had a can of maters spoil. Said if you put a tablespoon of lemon juice in each jar you can make sure it's acidic enough to last the winter.
When I'm canning them I like to put a quart or so in another pot and make a little soup. Worcheshire, hot sauce, and a pinch of salt with some fresh tomatoes cooked down and mashed up is better than any tomato soup you'll get from a restaurant.
Posted on 1/25/13 at 9:41 am to jimbeam
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What else do y'all can
parents can peppers, stuffed peppers, beans, sauerkraut, bloddy mary mix, homemade ketchup, tomato sauce, etc...
Posted on 1/25/13 at 10:52 am to NYCAuburn
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can peppers
Not sure why I haven't thought about this, but that is a damn fine idea. More pepper plants this year!!!!
Posted on 1/25/13 at 10:54 am to Vol Fan in the Bayou
I learned last year that you dont need many pepper plants to have a whole bunch of peppers.
Posted on 1/25/13 at 11:00 am to Teyeger
I know. I gave away a ton of peppers two years ago. Not that I won't give some away, I just will plant a few more plants his season.
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