Peeling Tomatoes
To peel a tomato, first use your paring knife to cut out the stem. Then slice a shallow X in the bottom (blossom) end.
Using a slotted spoon, plunge the tomato into boiling water for a few seconds, then plunge it into a bowl of iced water. This will stop the tomato from cooking and further loosen the skin.
Remove the cooled tomato and peel away the skin.
Now, you're ready to make a pot of sauce!
