Next, put the tomatoes in the boiling water and blanch them for between 30 and 60 seconds. Once the timer goes off, turn off the stove, grab a spider strainer or slotted spoon, and use it to ...

Plunge the tomatoes – a few at a time – into the pan of simmering water for about a minute. Then using a slotted spoon remove them and immediately transfer them to the bowl of water.

Slice the Tomatoes: Cut the tomatoes in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds and juice using a spoon. Removing the "goop" is important for larger tomatoes to speed up dry time. Sprinkle with Salt ...