"Tank" > wrote in message
...
>I have dozens upon dozens of green,
> unripend tomatoes on the vine. There
> are cherry tomatoes, beefsteaks, roma,
> and one other type. I just planted a long
> row of different plants along the fence,
> and was rewarded in abundance.
>
> But, the plants went in late. 2nd week of
> June. I got lots & lots of red tomatoes,
> but lately, the cold central Ohio weather
> has put a stop to that.
>
> But, the vines are full of tomatoes! Are
> they a total loss? Can they be ripened
> off the vine? Can green tomatoes be used
> for anything good? Any suggestions would
> be great!
>
> --
> Tank
>
> This Space To Let
>
>

Put the ones that are furthest along on the windowsill; they'll ripen,
although not as good as the ones you were picking a month ago. You can make
things with green tomatoes, stuff besides the overrated fried green
tomatoes. They're an ok (note small case) substitute for tomatillos in
sauces.

Jack Verde