How to can cherry tomatoes- easy, flavorful, and fresh tasting

Today i am canning cherry tomatoes. This is how i do it. I use a water bath canner. It's a simple way to preserve them, and they have such a great fresh taste. They can be canned with hot water, or a vinegar brine. You can mix flavors around, and find your favorites. Here are some combinations i like.
Balsamic vinegar, and thyme
Onion, cilantro, and garlic
Basil and garlic
Apple cider vinegar, rosemary
Basil, oregano, and onion
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[@anndigiorgio9773]

great easy video....making them now!

[@kathleenoleary7147]

Thank you! Watching 3 years later and still helpful!

[@ophiuchusoversoul1785]

I just posted that I was making the citric acid tomatoes on reddits canning board and within a couple of minutes the 'ball book recipes only' brigade showed up to scream about botulism. "eye rolls" dear lord.. I deleted quick. Cant wait to try them. Added fresh garlic, rosemary to some, garlic, oregano, and basil to some, and one I did a fresh chili with chives.

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

I haven't been hit with them yet. But you know they don't go 100% by the book. Lol I really hope you enjoy the tomatoes. They are really delicious!

[@mdpadillajr1]

How well did it turn out

[@celestejohnson9227]

Oh wow, just leave the post and let them stew in their own juice.

[@theboyfactory6]

Weird, even the researched methods say you can substitute with citric acid.

[@naturalpointofus1706]

@@theboyfactory6 would you mind telling me the researched reference for using citric acid for unpeeled tomatoes? I know you can if they are peeled but haven’t seen a safe reference for unpeeled. Would be great and would love to read the reference to it 😀 thank you

[@jeancranton738]

Excellent video making today love customizing. Tutorial is clear, concise and you instruct very well Looking forward to more of your videos/tips!

[@mikeparsons7660]

I like this video. Presenter actually helped me feel like my mom was teaching me back in the day. I was hoping video did include a future opening and using of the tomatoes, but that's okay. Presenter gave me lots of helpful direction.

[@cut--]

Just getting a refresher course. I'm so glad I'm not the only one who's kitchen isn't absolute chaos during canning season.

[@plizzpook3782]

I just added a new flavor profile thanks to you. We will see how it turns out. Cherry tomatoes, lime juice &zest, jalapeño, onion, salt and water. Thanks for inspiring me.

[@midwestribeye7820]

How did that combo turn out?

[@BaloosCluesOriginal]

I did not know not to use regular salt. Thank you for that important piece of information.

[@silverraven2017]

So glad I found your post. I planted a variety of cherry tomatoes this year, and am eager to try your recipe combos. Your commenters have great suggestions too! Thank you!! 💕

[@royalicing8603]

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!! I can't believe I've never thought of doing this! Also, I love your idea of simply customizing each jar with different flavors and brines! Balsamic vinegar...BRILLIANT! ❤

[@jewels2149]

I agree! Thank you for this video. I’ve been Dehydrating cherry tomatoes which takes 16 hours. I have so many cherry tomatoes this year I will be delighted to can as you taught me. Mine are all red but that’s OK - but your colors are very beautiful! Well, we canned the tomatoes last night. Apparently you have to REALLY pack them tight because ours are floating over 3” of water in the jars. Sealed well. BUT the Ball Book said to water bath can for 45 minutes!!! Huge difference. For my elevation, I added 5 minutes. I’m new to this, but the environment is “clean”, and definitely not “sterile. In case anyone think it has to be “sterile”.

[@CottageontheCorner]

I never canned anything before but I’m going to start and I have a ton of cherry tomatoes and I didn’t know what to do with them. I didn’t want to just throw them in and make sauce with them and I didn’t even know you could do this. What a brilliant idea.

[@ingridcontreras2503]

I love your presentation because it is clear to the point and provides variety. Thank you

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@traciboylston2242]

I felt the same way, no bull just to the point. Keeping it real, That's what makes you so enjoyable to watch. Thank you.

[@lindaramirez3464]

I am not sure, but is this with quarts or pints??

[@deniserichards4280]

Wish I had found this a month ago when we were covered up with cherry tomatoes. I am saving this for next year. Thank you so much.

[@raelynn6075]

thank you for this awesome instructional video it helped me so much.

[@OldPecanHomestead]

Thank you! I was just going through my garden thinking what on earth am I gonna do with all these cherry tomatoes!

[@pbl4him]

I just opened a jar of these. They are wonderful!

[@mssavedin92]

well done

[@rolandafurr3732]

Good video. I planted three cherry tomato plants and didn’t realize I was going to have SO many! Definitely going to do this to preserve them.

[@Ariyanna485]

Thanks for posting this, my chickens are tired of eating all the excess cherry tomatoes; they'll be happy I'm canning the tomatoes!

[@tamaleenyouknowwhatimean777]

Thank you so much for your beautiful canning recipe. I have an abundance if cherry tomatoes; seems to be the case when it gets too hot for my slicers. Perfect!

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

You are so welcome!

[@sharonbachman7574]

Processing time should be 35 minutes for pints. Every thing I've read in books and online recommend that time. I do love the varieties you have made when working with the cherry tomatoes.

[@endomgr]

I am brand new to canning but was thinking her time was a bit off too, per the Ball book of home preserving. I was also wondering about her vinegar to water ratio? I have read on my local University Extension website that the proper ratio of vinegar to water is 3:4. These are beautiful and I want to try them but I want to do it safely.

[@sharond.8154]

I did try this recipe and now am on my last jar. Thank you very much for all the different variations. I loved how mine turned out and plan to do this again this year.

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

That's so great to hear! I am so glad you enjoyed them!

[@lynettemonroe]

What did you do about the skin

[@sharond.8154]

@@lynettemonroe I ate it

[@candypodratz]

Excellent! This year due to weird weather swings, my regular tomatoes are just now starting to put on tiny fruits. I'm in MN and they may not have enough time to mature. But my cherry tomatoes are doing great! They all have lots of fruit.

[@jen.BarnesFamilyHomestead]

Same for me here in Michigan this year.

[@vickymarcon5612]

Same here in Toronto Canada

[@jesusislord7488]

I’m in northern Minnesota and my tomatoes are behind, too, AND got shredded by hail a few weeks ago. But I had planted some Cherokee Purples for the first time and they are doing great! I will definitely be adding them to the regulars I grow every year.

[@KAStodgell]

That was excellent. I was only able to do four jars because I have been giving them away. I will be making more today after I pick. I will also be checking out more of your videos. Like!yes!

[@suzycowan5072]

Thank you, I really enjoyed watching your take on what to do with all the cherry/grape/pear tomatoes coming out of the garden this time of year. I did not get a chance to plant any cherry tomatoes this year as for some reason all of my seedlings died on me. But as God always provides, they are a decent price at the farmers market, so I will still be able to can some for my pantry staple. Thank you so much for sharing. May God always Bless you and protect you. ~SuzyJC-in-Central- Eastern- Ohio_07.25.2023~

[@francesrope2964]

also... beautiful jars to have in your pantry!

[@txwarriorbride5112]

Looks so easy! Cant wait to try this since the garden has become a cherry tomato jungle! 💕😃

[@cheriegoers3614]

My tomato jungle is ridiculous! We moved from the mountains where I had to plant 3 times the plants so I could get some for us and not have the elk and deer buffet open 🙂 so I ended up thinking that same way when I planted here. No deer and 95 percent lived so...what to do. Great finding the channel! Best to us all with our harvests!

[@biancakemmler182]

Methode is wonderful

[@shawnahubble1220]

This is awesomeness👍🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻I been crushing & hot packing my cherry & grape matoes for last 5 yrs, but now I am gonna try THIS! They look beautiful & i imagine they taste as good as they look too.😊 THANK YOU for showing this way to can them.🤗

[@Wheresbibby]

I’m SO trying this!! I’m learning so much from your channel. I may not comment on every video but I’m watching & liking… much love from Australia… Bibby 💕💕

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

I understand. It's hard to keep up with everyone on. I'm busy and just hit the thumbs up, while i watch. I'm glad it was a useful video for you 😀

[@laurarowland7926]

Amen..I'm going to try also..they look so pretty with all the different colors!!!..thankyou for the video

[@jjets8775]

I canned my sun sugars but i peeled them. Sweet gold for pasta sauces.

[@mlang3066]

Great video, thank you!

[@cathyneumans6685]

Those canned cherry tomatoes are absolutely beautiful!

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

They look so pretty on my canning shelf too!

[@JNoMooreNumbers]

I've roasted, stuff in jars with olive oil and herbs and lasts quite awhile in the fridge. This is different to try

[@Pkeenan1]

Ask viewers to like in the early stage of the vid. Many viewers leave early. Thanks for the info

[@sarahrivera9020]

Thanks, you are awesome loved list to you❤

[@catherinehefford6272]

Luv this idea... will give it a try. Thks

[@tereval9721]

O M G I always tough this was so complicated and left my tomatoes go bad o er ripe or simply given them away but now I know what to do with them thank you very much forever tanks

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

@@tereval9721 You are very welcome!!!

[@denisemiller8474]

Great video thank you

[@steppininit8559]

Thank you so much really needed to know what to do with all these cherry tomatoes. Who? Knew it was so simple.

[@livefromtheground7274]

Thank you!! I picked all these cherry tomatoes and dived in to can for my first time today. Watched about 10x to get it right!😌

[@MsVictoria4ever]

My mother used to make dilled green cherry tomatoes and they were so good. I'm doing that this year with ours.

[@brokahontis62]

❤ Thank you so much for showing us your technique and tips! I'll be canning oodles of them this summer. Your flavor combos are much appreciated too!

[@juliewebber2749]

Easy directions. Thank you.

[@TammyBinWV]

Hey 👋🏼 y’all! KZbin suggested your channel to me and I’m a new subscriber. Thank you for the insights on canning cherry tomatoes. This is the first year I’ve grown SO many cherry tomatoes. (I’m not complaining, I know it is a blessing). I started watching your videos and got lost after watching 4 or 5 of them. I really enjoy how down your earth the 2 of you are. I’m already planning ideas for next year’s garden going through my mind. lol And I normally don’t can on Sundays, but sometimes you have to do what you have to do. 🤷🏻‍♀️🙂 I was feeling a little bit of burnout and had been freezing my tomatoes, but tomorrow you have made me look forward to picking AND canning tomatoes tomorrow. Thank you for your hard work and your channel. Your grilled dinner look AMAZING too. ~Tammy

[@tanana2070]

I have a lot of cherry tomatoes coming on, I will be doing this! I was panicking about having to peel all these tiny tomatoes! Having never done cherry tomatoes before. THANKYOU!!

[@carlafawcett6494]

Just throw them in the freezer in a bag. When you have enough for a big pot, cook them down into sauce. Use an immersion blender or regular blender to smooth everything out. You will never know the skins are there. : )

[@geekygardens]

Thanks for this my friend. I love the idea of changing up flavors! Can't wait to find my favorite.

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

I'm glad you liked the video! There is so many ways to flavor them up. It's endless LOL

[@valthatcher1235]

thank you, I'll give this a try

[@caravanrose]

Thanks a bunch! I'm having cherry tomatogeddon over here so I'll try this!

[@Katalinmason]

Perfect timing! I have so many of those beautiful little tomatoes and was wondering what to do with them. Thank you for a timely video.

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

I'm glad it was helpful. They are really delicious!

[@dberger1010]

I did this today. It was a learning experience (as is every first time of canning something new). I will do it again but will definitely be packing the tomatoes tighter next time. All my jars came out half full of tomatoes and the rest liquid.

[@lizanneschader3025]

I'm getting ready to do this, so your comment was really helpful!

[@mairzydotes3548]

The balsamic vinegar one piqued my interest. Thought it would be fantastic slathered on toasted sourdough. Anyway, I checked the ph of the brine using 3T balsamic and the rest water. It came out in the 3s so definitely below the 4.6 requirement. I added rosemary, garlic and fennel seed. Thanks for the ideas.

[@cltinturkey]

I'm doing this today. Thanks so much!!!

[@quirkychelle]

This video came just in time for me! Pickling is very versatile!

[@jessiedibono3207]

I have hundreds of Terry Tomatoes growing in my garden and I can't wait to try this. It looks pretty simple so I am gonna give it a shot

[@realeStacy]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Finally a comprehensive video that covers the the basics.

[@55teetot]

I just canned cherry tomatoes for the first time using your recipe. I can’t wait to taste them.

[@thanekraut1653]

Thank you! First time canning tomatoes and you made it straightforward, clear instructions, wonderful variations and thorough! Will gladly share with others. Again, sincerely thank You.

[@biancakemmler182]

Im doing this few weeks ago. Took the herbs first and add the tomatoes, because so the herbs don't swim on top

[@Jennifer-wz9lb]

Thank you, I’m trying to save a every vegetable out of my garden. Thank you for your time in teaching this. I am a person who likes to make Amish water bathed recipes. The very recipes my grandma and mom had did. This is one I hadn’t seen and definitely going to try.

[@michellepotter8650]

Thank you!

[@sherrimcglade7985]

Awesome video, thank you! Very informative in a 13 minute video. Two terrific recipe ideas, with & without vinegar, that can be used in a variety of meals after canning.....you are brilliant! Two thumbs up! 👍👍

[@stephf2880]

This is the BEST!! Thank you so much! It is so wonderful to always have tomatoes for my salads. Just love these with basil and garlic.

[@chomama1628]

A great video at just the right time. Thank you!

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rwoods6132]

Great video! We have given away gallons of cherry tomatoes this year. No More! we are going to can them up. We lived in Blacksburg, SC for 5 years while I finished out my career at Duke Energy. Now retired and living in the mountains!

[@sandilane1405]

will try. thx

[@diannj3331]

Absolutely brilliant video!! Thank for sharing🙏 wonderful! Liked and subscribed😆 blessings from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@shirleytruett7319]

Hey I just ran upon your video. I live in Blacksburg SC to

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

Such a small world! And a small town too. Lol

[@aprilfletcher2478]

you’re a life savor my garden is overrun w them i’m excited to try some of these flavors this weekend🙏🏼😊

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

Thank you! I hope you enjoy them! They are delicious

[@LindaMH]

This is Wonderful! I didn’t know you could do this! Thank you!

[@margarettant1848]

There is always tomato juice, too. Been doing that for over 50yrs. 🤩

[@leeannem5665]

Thank you for your hard work on this video. Really appreciate it. I was just thinking in my head today what I was going to do with the abundance of cherry tomatoes, besides giving them away to my neighbors. Next year I plan to grow more. Now I know what to do with the surplus. Bless you. Thank you again. Kudos.

[@reginawagner2810]

These look awesome...my red cherry tomatoes are coming in and I'm going to our local farmer's market this morning to buy yellow and purple cherry tomatoes to combine with my reds. The flavor varieties are sound so delicious. Never knew I could make so many yummy combinations! Love balsamic vinegar and tomatoes!! 🍅 Thank you! ❤ Can't wait to try them!

[@TheScottgusken]

I’m canning cherry tomatoes you’re way right now thanks ken

[@veronicatolliver1842]

Thank you for showing how to can cherry tomatoes

[@rjohnson610]

Definitely making these this year!!! Thank you! Found a new fave channel!

[@llaevigrof]

How fun! I LOVE TOMATOES!!!! Just starting canning... this will be a 'for sure' on my shelf. THANK YOU!

[@user-du1xn8xv6e]

Love this! I watch it each year to remind me how to do this :)

[@kellyjohnston4245]

Your house looks like my house!! By that I mean lived in! With stuff on countertops! THANKYOU!!! Getting a little weary of all the homesteaders whose kitchens look like show homes 😅 (Also the recipe is great 😊)

[@irvinaisola5148]

Thank you!!!

[@jennsteeves295]

thank you for sharing this video! I am trying to save my tomatos this year by water bath canning! I am growing over a hundred varieties this year. lol

[@amandaevensonthehappyhippi5110]

Thank you, this is exactly what I was looking for!! Glad to find your channel!

[@barbminniear5220]

Awesome stuff, young lady! Thank you so much! I will be following you for more fresh ideas!

[@southernroots2229]

Great video. I have not seen this done this way before and I am definitely going to be canning some.

[@eleanorbrandt6311]

Love the video! I am going to can all my cherry tomatoes this weekend!!! Also, so cute that your son peeked in there!

[@carolfierro4128]

Beautiful tomatoes I will try canning them like you show…Thank you for your very instructional post

[@doraw7766]

Very helpful. Giving so many away and love that. This one is simple and I plan to try it. Thank you.

[@geg3758]

Sounds delicious, they look beautiful

[@jk-mx7so]

Thank you soooo much for these fabulous ideas. They are beautiful. I am a new gardener and have so many cherry tomatoes that I didn't know what to do with all of them. Now I have some wonderful options from you.

[@moonlightgypsy3229]

What a beautiful harvest!!

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

Thank you!

[@chickenmama4384]

Canned 18 pints and two quarts of cherry and grape tomatoes following your instructions. They look delicious after I finished. Thank you

[@northvalleychiropractic]

I appreciate your video and your style of delivery. Very cool, thank you! I'm new to canning and I have too many cherry tomatoes. I gonna give your ideas a whirl.

[@Simplelifepreps]

I was looking for a way to save all the cherry tomatoes and stumbled on your channel!! This is my first year canning. You make this look easy enough for me. Thank you!! ps - I liked and subscribed

[@cheriegoers3614]

Me too!

[@watchmanonthewall3852]

Me three!

[@the_ghibli_fan4743]

Me four!

[@krisdno6807]

5 !! YaY

[@marielittle7533]

Me 6! 🙂 Thank you!

[@kimduran1034]

Salsa on demand, wonderful idea.

[@Anne-iy9xm]

Thank you for so many different ways to use my herbs and can the excess cherry tomatoes!!

[@anneirenej]

Thanks for showing all the different combos. i just heard about pickling cherry tomatoes and i seriously have a bumper crop this year.

[@seedhound]

I now know how to save my beautiful tomatoes. Thank you!

[@kathydavie7004]

Your videos are great! Easy to understand!

[@donate1sttt]

Thank you for explaining clearly, easy to follow Appreciate the video. Watching from Southern Iowa 😃