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San Marzano Tomatoes
This product is organically grown.
Specialty Produce is certified to handle organics.
Our California registration number is: 37-1293 Organically grown.
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This item was last sold on : 02/25/12
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Seasons/Availability
San Marzano tomatoes are available mid to late summer at local farmers markets.
Description/Taste
San Marzano Tomatoes are an Italian variety plum tomato. They are red in color and elongated with a slight pear shape and pointed tip. With very few seeds San Marzano tomatoes are low in acid and have a thick and meaty flesh. They are easy to peel and have a sweet flavor that is amplified when cooked, making them one of the most popular sauce tomatoes on the market today.
Nutritional Value
An excellent source of vitamins A and C, tomatoes are low in calories, cholesterol-free, contain potassium and provide folate and fiber. Tomatoes are noted for containing the antioxidant compound lycopene, which may help protect against certain cancers and heart disease.
Applications
The flavor and sweetness of the San Marzano tomato is enhanced by cooking, making it one of the most popular sauce tomatoes. Cook down into a sauce to be served atop pizzas and pastas. Slice thin, drizzle with olive oil and roast at a low temperature to make a sweet tomato topping for bread. Layer slices of San Marzano tomatoes with onion, garlic and basil and top with goat cheese for a savory tart.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
In Italy and in other traditional Italian restaurants around the world a Neapolitan pizza must be made with San Marzano tomato sauce in order to be considered authentic.
Geography/History
San Marzano tomatoes originated near Naples, Italy where they thrive in the nutrient rich volcanic soil and Mediterranean climate of the Campania region. Traditionally all San Marzano tomatoes come from Italy though there are varieties that are grown in the United States and Mexico that are classified as an heirloom variety.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include San Marzano Tomatoes. One
is easiest, three is harder.
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Seasons/Availability
San Marzano tomatoes are available mid to late summer at local farmers markets.
Description/Taste
San Marzano Tomatoes are an Italian variety plum tomato. They are red in color and elongated with a slight pear shape and pointed tip. With very few seeds San Marzano tomatoes are low in acid and have a thick and meaty flesh. They are easy to peel and have a sweet flavor that is amplified when cooked, making them one of the most popular sauce tomatoes on the market today.
Nutritional Value
An excellent source of vitamins A and C, tomatoes are low in calories, cholesterol-free, contain potassium and provide folate and fiber. Tomatoes are noted for containing the antioxidant compound lycopene, which may help protect against certain cancers and heart disease.
Applications
The flavor and sweetness of the San Marzano tomato is enhanced by cooking, making it one of the most popular sauce tomatoes. Cook down into a sauce to be served atop pizzas and pastas. Slice thin, drizzle with olive oil and roast at a low temperature to make a sweet tomato topping for bread. Layer slices of San Marzano tomatoes with onion, garlic and basil and top with goat cheese for a savory tart.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
In Italy and in other traditional Italian restaurants around the world a Neapolitan pizza must be made with San Marzano tomato sauce in order to be considered authentic.
Geography/History
San Marzano tomatoes originated near Naples, Italy where they thrive in the nutrient rich volcanic soil and Mediterranean climate of the Campania region. Traditionally all San Marzano tomatoes come from Italy though there are varieties that are grown in the United States and Mexico that are classified as an heirloom variety.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include San Marzano Tomatoes. One
is easiest, three is harder.
