If you’ve ever grown tomatoes in your garden, you know the struggle — one day you’re waiting for them to ripen, and the next you’re drowning in baskets of juicy red fruit. From cherry tomatoes to hearty beefsteaks, they all seem to ripen at once, leaving gardeners with the big question: what do I do with all these tomatoes? The beauty of home gardening is not just in the fresh harvest but also in the chance to preserve food for later. Freezing, dehydrating, and canning are all excellent ways to make your summer bounty last through the cold months. One…