Yellow Cluster Tomatoes
Cluster tomatoes are identified by their oblong, plump shape with shiny, yellow skin and firm, meaty flesh. Cluster tomatoes can be eaten raw or cooked, and they tend to have firm, flavorful flesh. They are ripened on-the-vine for a fresher taste.

Storage
» Store in the dry storage area of the kitchen. Chilling injury (water-soaked blisters, shrivel and mushy, mealy flesh) can occur if held for more than 1 day, un-protected, in a walk-in cooler.
» Store in a cool dry, well ventilated place. Temperatures over 80 degrees will cause rapid acceleration of decay.
» Remove all decayed or moldy tomatoes immediately from the case.
» Keep tomatoes and their cases dry away and from moisture sources. Moisture will accelerate mold.
» If tomatoes must be stored in the walk-in cooler, place tomatoes into a lexan container with lid and plan to use within 48 hours.

Handling
» Follow good rotation practices, first shipments received should be used first.
» Expected shelf life of fully-ripened round tomatoes is 2-3 days.
» Handle with care, do not drop, dump or shake the case, tomatoes will bruise easily.
» Avoid placing the case or raw product on non-sanitized kitchen counter tops to help prevent the potential for cross contamination.

Preparation
» Prepare as needed. Try not to use product from the previous day.
» Select the ripest tomatoes first.
» Round tomatoes need to be washed in a sanitary rinse, immediately prior to preparation.
» Store prepped product in refridgerator