I was reading the Rachel Ray Magazine, and found some interesting Tomato Trivia:
Why is tomato juice so popular on planes? It is ordered as much as beer on one airline! Research at Lufthansa suggested why: The low cabin pressure numbs taste buds, making the juice taste less acidic than usual.
There are more than 7500 tomato varieties. Many of them are heirlooms----which, unlike modern hybrids, are grown from antique seeds that are passed down by gardeners who value their flavor, color or shape.
Next time you are impatiently waiting for your Heinz ketchup to come out of its bottle, firmly tap the "57" mark on the neck to release it faster...it really works!
Storing tomatoes stem side down prevents air from entering and moisture from exiting the "scar", which has been shown to prolong their shelf life.
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