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Tomato Tasting Month promotes health benefits

AUGUSTA - The sixth annual Maine Tomato Tasting Month runs through August at sites throughout the state. Tastings will be held at farmers' markets, farm stands and retail stores that sell locally grown tomatoes.

Some tastings compare locally grown tomatoes to those imported from around the world, while others compare older (heirloom) and newer varieties.

Department of Agriculture Commissioner Seth Bradstreet said he encourages Maine residents to expand their menu horizons with fresh Maine tomatoes. Today tomatoes are turning up in recipes from pudding to pancakes. "Tomatoes aren't just for salads anymore," Bradstreet said in a press release.

Tomatoes are cholesterol free and rich in vitamins ...

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