My sister recently asked Peter and I separately what we thought was the most important thing we put up each year. We both answered without hesitation, "Tomatoes!" Home-canned tomatoes keep that fresh ...

Fresh tomatoes are a versatile and useful ingredient in the kitchen. Whether you’re slicing them for a vibrant Caprese salad, blending them into a salsa, chopping them for a savory topping, or ...

You should never store unripened tomatoes in the refrigerator as they will stay unripe and bland. It’s best to leave them on ...

They’re juicy, versatile and in season. Here are their nutritional benefits, and recipes to make the most of them. Credit...Christopher Simpson for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews.