I have a plan to can, freeze and otherwise preserve a whole lot of food next summer and fall. I realize that there's still some time to go until I'm ready to start stewing, chopping, pickling and jamming, but I've already started to think in terms of equipment. I've got my eye on a couple of different models of pressure canners and I've been stockpiling jars (much to my fiance's chagrin). I have a goal to can 35-40 quarts of tomatoes and as I ponder the logistics of such an undertaking, I start to consider different helpers. I already have a food mill, which will be helpful when it comes to sauce. However it can be slow going and so when I spotted this European Tomato Press, I began to wonder if it wouldn't be a helpful gadget to possess. I don't want to plunk 35 bucks for something that will just end up on the Goodwill pile, so I'm turning to you guys, the helpful and informed Slashfood readers.
Do any of you have experience with this tool? Do you love it or hate it? Also, if you're the type who does a lot of canning each summer and fall, do you have any particularly helpful tips that you've learned over the years (I've canned lots of jams and butters over the years, but nothing else)?
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