Understanding Food Safety: Is It Safe to Eat Canned Tomatoes Without Cooking Them?
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Commercially canned foods, including tomatoes, are sterilized during the canning process, which makes them safe to eat directly from the can without any further heating. So, is it safe to eat canned tomatoes without cooking them? For properly sealed cans from a commercial manufacturer, the answer is yes, though there are important nuances to consider for flavor, nutrition, and safety.
