Instructions: To peel a tomato in the microwave, carve an "X" in the skin of the stem end. Then wrap the tomato in waxed paper and microwave for 1 minute.

Small, ripe tomatoes will take less time than large, underripe ones.

Let the tomato stand until cool enough to handle, about a minute, then peel off the skin with a paring knife.

NOTES : Instead of boiling a lot of water, soften the tomatoes in the microwave.

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