Every summer in New Jersey we count down to mid-July when the famous Ramapo Tomato is at its ripened perfection.
It's the flavor of childhood: the taste recognizable in Campbell soups and Heinz ketchup.
Whether you're hankering for a slab of tomato with mayo on a hunk of bread, sliced tomatoes and mozzarella with a simple balsamic drizzle, or in the mood for something a little fancier, here is some inspiration for how to use this year's harvest from Kristen Miglore of Food52: https://food52.com/blog/17738-15-tomatoey-genius-recipes-for-pasta-pizza-salads-such
Some local resources:
- Seaside Cheese Co, Park Blvd: Fresh Italian mozzarella and burrata
- Cape May Olive Oil Co, Carpenter's La: Dress it up with local flavor
Farm Markets:
- West Cape May Farmer's Market, Tuesdays: Broadway
- Duckie's, Daily: Broadway
- Legates, Daily: Bayshore Rd
- Marlboro Farm, Daily: Rte 47
- Rea's, Daily: Stevens St
For more info on the history of the Jersey tomato, click here:
Enjoy!