Canned Tomatoes Without Vinegar

Ingredients:

• Tomatoes – 2 kg
• Water – 1.5 l
• Salt – 2 tbsp
• Sugar – 3 tbsp
• Bay leaves – 2 pcs
• Black peppercorns – 8 pcs
• Garlic – 4 cloves
• Currant or cherry leaves – optional

Instructions:

1. Wash the tomatoes and prepare sterilized jars.
2. Place garlic, bay leaves, peppercorns, and currant or cherry leaves into the jars.
3. Pack the tomatoes tightly into the jars.
4. Pour boiling water over them, cover with lids, and leave for 15 minutes.
5. Drain the water into a saucepan, add salt and sugar, and bring to a boil.
6. Pour the hot brine back into the jars.
7. Seal immediately with sterilized lids.
8. Turn the jars upside down, wrap them in a blanket, and leave until completely cool.

Enjoy your meal! ♥️