How to Peel a Tomato More Easily

Submitted by Liz Donovan

Adapted from Simple Truth

Here's a cool little trick for peeling tomatoes. You will no longer want to squash your tomatoes in frustration when it is a pain to peel them, just follow these simple steps!

Instructions
  1. 1. First, cut an "x" at the tip of the tomato
  2. 2. Next, put the tomato in a pot of simmering water
  3. 3. Let it sit for 15 to 30 seconds
  4. 4. Take out the tomato and let it cool
  5. 5. The skin should peel off easily!