Things You'll Need:
- Serrated knife
- 2 large bowls
- Wire mesh colander
- Paper towels
- Envelopes
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Step 1
Select only the most perfect tomatoes from the healthiest plants for saving.
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Step 2
Place the colander inside one of the large bowls. Set the second large bowl close to the first.
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Step 3
Use a serrated knife to cut the tomatoes in half over a wire mesh colander. The colander will catch any seeds that fall from the tomatoes during the cutting process.
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Step 4
Use your fingers to scoop the seeds from the inside of the tomatoes into the colander. Place the fruit of the tomato into the second large bowl, as it can be cut up and used for sauce or salads.
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Step 5
Remove the colander from the bowl and set it in the kitchen sink. Under low pressure cold water, gently rinse the seeds to remove any remaining flesh from the tomatoes.
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Step 6
Lay out several layers of paper towels and place the washed seed in a single layer on top of the towels to drain. Use a second paper towel to gently press on the top of the seeds to remove excess water.
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Step 7
Transfer the seeds to fresh, dry paper towels and place in a cool, dry area to allow the seeds to dry fully. This will take from three days to a week.
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Step 8
Store the dried seeds in an envelope and seal the envelope closed. Label the envelop with the type of tomato seeds inside. Store in a glass jar with a tight fitting lid or in the refrigerator.
