I've gotta say that over the years, I've killed a lot of tomato and pepper plants in a "plethora" of different ways, but I've never cooked any.
Seriously, it's always hard to learn that a lot of hard work has been ended too soon. The worst part is knowing that the only thing left is a few survivors that "may" make it to the garden.
I am generally a "tyrant" who will "rant" if anyone even remotely jeopardizes my seedlings. Too much work now that my age is really affecting things.
Good to hear from you again. Let me know if you need anything. I sent Ami some of those Faworyt and Bulgarian Old Sort seeds. Those two are definitely worth growing. If he's out of seeds, let me know and I'll send you some.
Take care.