This is new.
My stew mostly come out okay. And like you, my younger sister is at pro at making tasty stew. I always assumed that mine came out "just okay" because I didn't have the patience to fry the tomato for long as she did.
I guess I should try this. This might just be the big break.

Baking soda really have so many benefits.
Been seeing so much about the wonders it's capable. I'll get one for my pantry.
Thank you for this tip.