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The Forgotten Parts Of On-The-Vine Tomatoes That'll Level Up Your Sauce By Rolland Judd Oct. 5, 2025 8:20 pm EST

There are several ways to make a savory tomato sauce, all with their own unique twists aimed at elevating the flavor. You don't even have to use fresh veggies. Even professional chefs sometimes use canned tomatoes , so there's no shame in whipping up a lazy tomato sauce if you don't have the time or energy to incorporate fresh ingredients. However, if you are going above and beyond and creating it from scratch there is an overlooked part of tomatoes you need to stop wasting if you want your creation to stand out.

Typically, when you buy on-the-vine tomatoes intended for an appetizing sauce, the stems and leaves are removed and discarded before you e

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