Long Keeper Tomato
Nutrition Information:
Long Keep Tomatoes are a storage tomato that are high in nutrients and antioxidants. These tomatoes can be stored and eaten in early winter for a great boost of nutrition! The lycopene in these tomatoes can improve your skin and eye health.
Storage Tips:
These tomatoes are harvested just before the first frost, and slowly ripen over the next 6-12 weeks. Keep these tomatoes in a cool, dark place. Do not wrap them in paper, but store so they are not touching.
Uses:
Long Keeper tomatoes are great for fresh eating and cooking. Add slices to sandwiches, throw them into salads, chop up and add to cooked dishes. Delicious fresh tomato flavor late in the fall and early winter.
Recipe Ideas:
Try this Baked Tomatoes with Cheese recipe from thecookierookie.com.
These BLT Sandwiches from thefoodcharlatan.com are a great use for fresh tomatoes.
This recipe for Sliced Tomatoes with Fresh Herb Dressing is a perfect use for these tomatoes, from allrecipes.com.