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Beefsteak Tomatoes
Inventory, lb : 108.50
This item was last sold on : 06/28/22
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Beefsteak tomatoes, aptly named for their large size and meaty texture, have a classic tomato flavor, however, depending upon the variety, they can also be sweet to the taste. They are heavy, reaching weights as high as four pounds, and they range in color from pink, to vibrant red, to orange. Most are smooth in shape, although there are a few ribbed varieties, such as Red Ponderosa and Coustralee. When growing tomatoes, there are two main distinctions in the plant itself: determinate v. indeterminate. Determinate tomatoes bloom and set fruit all at once and then decline. Their blossoms grow at the ends of shoots, thus stopping growth and determining their length. Indeterminate tomatoes continue to grow and to produce tomatoes throughout the summer because the flowers grow along the vines rather than at the ends.
Beefsteak tomatoes are available year-round with a peak season in the summer months.
Botanically, the tomato is a fruit, but in 1883 the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the tomato was legally a vegetable because of the way it was commonly used; tomatoes are among the most common plants grown in home gardens. The botanical classification of the tomato has had an interesting history, and debate over the scientific name continues today. The tomato was first placed in the genus Solanum, and identified as Solanum lycopersicum under the methodology of Carl Linnaeus, who developed the binotem of naming plants and outlined it in his 1753 publication, “Species Plantarum.” This designation was then changed to Lycopersicon esculentum, the term Lycopersicon deriving from the Greek word meaning “wolf peach,” and esculentum simply meaning edible. However, current phylogenetic methods have shown the tomato to be situated firmly within the genus Solanum, and after years of preference for the name Lycopersicon esculentum, strong molecular DNA evidence is promoting the return to Linnaeus' original classification, Solanum lycopersicum.
Tomatoes are rich in vitamins A and C, and they are full of fiber. Field or vine-ripened summer tomatoes are higher in vitamin C than greenhouse tomatoes grown in the fall and winter, and fresh tomatoes have more vitamin C than when they are cooked or canned. Tomatoes are also noted for containing the antioxidant compound lycopene, which may help protect against prostate cancer and heart disease.
The size of the Beefsteak tomato makes it ideal for sandwiches and burgers. Try them in a stacked salad, sliced lengthwise and layered with avocado and mozzarella. Dice them and cook them down with garlic, olive oil, and fresh herbs for a quick pasta sauce. Or even roast slices of Beefsteak tomato with olive oil, salt and pepper, and then add to soups and sauces; roasting enhances their natural flavor. Like other tomatoes, Beefsteak tomatoes should be stored at room temperature until ripe, after which refrigeration can slow decay.
Around the same time that the myth of tomatoes being poisonous was dispelled, people in France started to believe that the tomato was an aphrodisiac, and began calling it "pomme d'amour," or "love apple."
The tomato originates from South America's western coast. They are native to the Andes region of Chile, Colombia, Bolivia, and Peru, however they are believed to have been domesticated in Mexico. It was in the early 1500s that returning Spanish colonists first introduced tomatoes to Europe. However, in North America, tomatoes were not widely embraced until the early 1800s. Despite being grown and used by pockets of colonial Americans, they were thought to be toxic as they are in the Solanaceae family, which includes deadly nightshades and other poisonous plants. This was disproved publicly in 1820 when Colonel Robert Gibbon Johnson ate a tomato on the courthouse steps of Salem, New Jersey.
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
Recipes that include Beefsteak Tomatoes. One
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Description/Taste
Beefsteak tomatoes, aptly named for their large size and meaty texture, have a classic tomato flavor, however, depending upon the variety, they can also be sweet to the taste. They are heavy, reaching weights as high as four pounds, and they range in color from pink, to vibrant red, to orange. Most are smooth in shape, although there are a few ribbed varieties, such as Red Ponderosa and Coustralee. When growing tomatoes, there are two main distinctions in the plant itself: determinate v. indeterminate. Determinate tomatoes bloom and set fruit all at once and then decline. Their blossoms grow at the ends of shoots, thus stopping growth and determining their length. Indeterminate tomatoes continue to grow and to produce tomatoes throughout the summer because the flowers grow along the vines rather than at the ends.
Seasons/Availability
Beefsteak tomatoes are available year-round with a peak season in the summer months.
Current Facts
Botanically, the tomato is a fruit, but in 1883 the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the tomato was legally a vegetable because of the way it was commonly used; tomatoes are among the most common plants grown in home gardens. The botanical classification of the tomato has had an interesting history, and debate over the scientific name continues today. The tomato was first placed in the genus Solanum, and identified as Solanum lycopersicum under the methodology of Carl Linnaeus, who developed the binotem of naming plants and outlined it in his 1753 publication, “Species Plantarum.” This designation was then changed to Lycopersicon esculentum, the term Lycopersicon deriving from the Greek word meaning “wolf peach,” and esculentum simply meaning edible. However, current phylogenetic methods have shown the tomato to be situated firmly within the genus Solanum, and after years of preference for the name Lycopersicon esculentum, strong molecular DNA evidence is promoting the return to Linnaeus' original classification, Solanum lycopersicum.
Nutritional Value
Tomatoes are rich in vitamins A and C, and they are full of fiber. Field or vine-ripened summer tomatoes are higher in vitamin C than greenhouse tomatoes grown in the fall and winter, and fresh tomatoes have more vitamin C than when they are cooked or canned. Tomatoes are also noted for containing the antioxidant compound lycopene, which may help protect against prostate cancer and heart disease.
Applications
The size of the Beefsteak tomato makes it ideal for sandwiches and burgers. Try them in a stacked salad, sliced lengthwise and layered with avocado and mozzarella. Dice them and cook them down with garlic, olive oil, and fresh herbs for a quick pasta sauce. Or even roast slices of Beefsteak tomato with olive oil, salt and pepper, and then add to soups and sauces; roasting enhances their natural flavor. Like other tomatoes, Beefsteak tomatoes should be stored at room temperature until ripe, after which refrigeration can slow decay.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Around the same time that the myth of tomatoes being poisonous was dispelled, people in France started to believe that the tomato was an aphrodisiac, and began calling it "pomme d'amour," or "love apple."
Geography/History
The tomato originates from South America's western coast. They are native to the Andes region of Chile, Colombia, Bolivia, and Peru, however they are believed to have been domesticated in Mexico. It was in the early 1500s that returning Spanish colonists first introduced tomatoes to Europe. However, in North America, tomatoes were not widely embraced until the early 1800s. Despite being grown and used by pockets of colonial Americans, they were thought to be toxic as they are in the Solanaceae family, which includes deadly nightshades and other poisonous plants. This was disproved publicly in 1820 when Colonel Robert Gibbon Johnson ate a tomato on the courthouse steps of Salem, New Jersey.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Waverly | Cardiff CA | 619-244-0416 |
| Marriott Marina Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-234-1500 x6113 |
| Nolita Hall | San Diego CA | 619-618-8820 |
| 264 Fresco (Deck Kitchen) | Carlsbad CA | 760-720-3737 |
| Harley Gray Kitchen and Bar | San Diego CA | 619-840-7000 |
| Little Lion | San Diego CA | 619-519-4079 |
| Secret Sister | San Diego CA | 619-281-0718 |
| Kingfisher | San Diego CA | 619-861-8074 |
| The Pearl Hotel | San Diego CA | 877-732-7573 |
| Kettner Exchange | San Diego CA | 909-915-9877 |
| Michele Coulon Dessertier | San Diego CA | 858-456-5098 |
| Golden Door | San Marcos CA | 760-761-4142 |
| Kitchens For Good | San Diego CA | 619-450-4040 |
| Fort Oak | San Diego CA | 619-795-6901 |
Recipe Ideas
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Santa Monica Farmers Market
Golden State Papayas
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesSanta Barbara, CA About a day ago, 6/29/22 
La Jolla Open Aire Market
Valdivia Farms
Near La Jolla, California, United StatesCarlsbad, CA About 17 days ago, 6/12/22 Sharer's comments : Bingo beefsteak tomatoes!! 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Golden State Papayas
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesSanta Barbara, CA About 21 days ago, 6/08/22 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Golden State Papayas
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesSanta Barbara, CA About 42 days ago, 5/18/22 
Specialty Produce
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock St Suit 150, San Diego, CA 92110 619-295-3172 https://specialtyproduce.com About 52 days ago, 5/08/22 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak Tomatoes from Beylik Family Farms 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Golden State Papayas
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesSanta Barbara, CA About 56 days ago, 5/04/22 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 70 days ago, 4/20/22 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak Tomatoes from Beylik Farms 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 95 days ago, 3/26/22 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak tomatoes from Beylik Farms 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 122 days ago, 2/27/22 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak Tomatoes from Beylik Family Farms 
Rancho Santa Fe Farmers Market
Valdivia Farms
Near Fairbanks Ranch, California, United StatesCarlsbad, CA About 136 days ago, 2/13/22 
Medellin, Colombia
Tienda Éxito Avenida Colombia
Near Medellin, Antioquia, ColombiaCra. 66 ##No. 49 - 01 Medellin Antioquia 574-605-0307 https://www.exito.com/ About 147 days ago, 2/02/22 Sharer's comments : Un mundo de tomates! 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 164 days ago, 1/16/22 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak Tomatoes from Beylik Family Farms 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 178 days ago, 1/02/22 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak Tomatoes from Beylik Family Farms 
Rancho Santa Fe Farmers Market
Valdivia Farms
Near Fairbanks Ranch, California, United StatesCarlsbad, CA About 192 days ago, 12/19/21 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 213 days ago, 11/28/21 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak Tomatoes from Beylik Family Farms 
Robert Is Here Fruit Stand & Farm
Robert Is Here Fruit Stand
Near Florida City, Florida, United States19200 SW 344th St Homestead FL 33034 305-246-1592 https://robertishere.com About 220 days ago, 11/21/21 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
John Givens
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 228 days ago, 11/13/21 Sharer's comments : Beef Steak tomatoes from John Givens 
Poway Farmers Market
Heritage Family Farm
Near Poway, California, United StatesFallbrook, CA About 235 days ago, 11/06/21 
Specialty Produce
SpecialtyProduce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 272 days ago, 9/30/21 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak Tomatoes from Beylik Family Farms 
Specialty Produce
SpecialtyProduce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 286 days ago, 9/16/21 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak tomatoes from beylik family farms 
Pacific Beach Farmers Market
Rodney Kawano Farms
Near La Jolla, California, United StatesOceanside, CA About 316 days ago, 8/17/21 
Farm Fresh Farmers Market
Farm Fresh Farmers Market
Near Concord, North Carolina, United StatesKannapolis, NC About 355 days ago, 7/09/21 Sharer's comments : Local tomatoes as far as the eye can see :) 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Ranch
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 361 days ago, 7/03/21 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 371 days ago, 6/23/21 
Specialty Produce
SpecialtyProduce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 377 days ago, 6/17/21 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak tomatoes from beylik family farms 
Specialty Produce
SpecialtyProduce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 384 days ago, 6/10/21 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak tomatoes from beylik family farms 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 392 days ago, 6/02/21 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak tomatoes from beylik family farms 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 411 days ago, 5/14/21 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak tomatoes from beylik family farms 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 416 days ago, 5/09/21 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak Tomatoes! 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 440 days ago, 4/15/21 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak Tomatoes from Beylik Farms 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 466 days ago, 3/20/21 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 481 days ago, 3/05/21 Sharer's comments : Beefsteaks from Beylik Farms!! 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 489 days ago, 2/25/21 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak tomatoes from beylik family farm 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Valdivia
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 490 days ago, 2/24/21 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 497 days ago, 2/17/21 
Specialty Produce
SpecialtyProduce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 592 days ago, 11/14/20 Sharer's comments : Beefsteak tomatoes from beylik family farms 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 665 days ago, 9/02/20 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 667 days ago, 8/31/20 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 678 days ago, 8/20/20 Sharer's comments : A sea of beefsteak tomatoes in the warehouse now! 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 679 days ago, 8/19/20 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 685 days ago, 8/13/20 Sharer's comments : BeefSteak Tomatoes are still in season 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 687 days ago, 8/11/20 Sharer's comments : Boss's favorite Tomato on Earth! 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 691 days ago, 8/07/20 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 699 days ago, 7/30/20 Sharer's comments : Vine Ripened BeefSteak Tomatoes are looking good! 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 706 days ago, 7/23/20 Sharer's comments : Beef Steak tomato time. These beauties are Vine Ripened to perfection. Meaty, salty and sweet! 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 717 days ago, 7/12/20 Sharer's comments : Beefsteaks😎 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 722 days ago, 7/07/20 Sharer's comments : Beefy, Savory and Sweet. The Special Forces Tomato 🍅 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 727 days ago, 7/02/20 Sharer's comments : Specialty we have the beef....steaks😏 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 728 days ago, 7/01/20 Sharer's comments : Bobs Favorite Beefsteak Tomatoes 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 730 days ago, 6/29/20 Sharer's comments : A Sea of Beefsteak Tomatoes 🍅 available now! |
