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A vibrant bowl of fresh summer tomato sauce, ready to be served.

Best way to grow 3x Fresh Tomato Sauce (Summer)

This recipe outlines the methods for growing tomatoes to maximize yield for fresh tomato sauce during the summer. It focuses on techniques to ensure a plentiful harvest.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Gardening Supplies
  • 3 Tomato plants Indeterminate varieties recommended
  • 10 lbs Compost
  • 2 cu ft Mulch Straw or wood chips
  • 3 Tomato cages or stakes
  • Fertilizer Balanced organic
  • Garden tools Trowel, spade, watering can
For the Sauce
  • 10 lbs Fresh tomatoes Ripe, from your garden
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 3 tbsp Olive oil
  • 0.25 cup Fresh basil
  • Salt To taste
  • Black pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Garden trowel
  • Garden spade
  • Watering can
  • Tomato cages or stakes
  • Large pot
  • Immersion blender or food mill

Method
 

Planting and Care
  1. Choose a sunny spot with good drainage and amend the soil with compost for nutrients.
  2. Plant young tomato plants deep, removing lower leaves, and provide support with cages or stakes.
  3. Water regularly to keep soil moist, especially during fruiting, and apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
  4. Fertilize every 2-4 weeks with a balanced organic fertilizer to support growth and fruit development.
  5. Prune suckers to direct energy to main stems and improve air circulation, and inspect plants for pests and diseases regularly.
Harvesting and Sauce Preparation
  1. Harvest tomatoes when they are fully ripe and firm, typically in mid-to-late summer.
  2. Wash tomatoes thoroughly, core them, and cut into quarters.
  3. Sauté chopped garlic and onion in olive oil in a large pot until softened.
  4. Add tomatoes to the pot, bring to a simmer, and cook for 1-2 hours until thickened, stirring occasionally.
  5. Season with salt, pepper, and fresh basil, then blend the sauce to your desired consistency or leave it chunky.

Notes

For even sweeter tomatoes, ensure consistent direct sunlight for at least 6-8 hours daily. Planting marigolds nearby can naturally deter pests. For the sauce, consider roasting some of the tomatoes before simmering for a deeper flavor profile.