55 Great Recipes That Start With Whole Canned Tomatoes
Whole, peeled canned tomatoes are a pantry workhorse, more flexible than marinara and more flavorful than off-season fresh tomatoes. We'll let you in a little secret, too: Any recipe that calls for crushed tomatoes or a can of diced tomatoes would also work as a canned whole tomato recipe: just slice the tomatoes or crush by hand (or whiz 'em in your blender) if you need those other versions. Of course, the tomatoes aren't a meal in themselves. So you're going to need some canned tomato recipes. And we can help with that...
Chelsie Craig1/55Brothy Pasta With Chickpeas
Canned tomato recipes are even better when they lean on other pantry all-stars, like canned chickpeas and dried pasta. This velvety-rich broth feels extra-luxurious if you really take the time to cook the onions and garlic until very tender.
Photo and Food Styling by Anna Stockwell2/55Lentil Bolognese
Make-ahead marinated lentils give heft, protein, and a rich earthy flavor to this pantry-only pasta dinner. The secret is to use some in the sauce and save some to sprinkle over the top for texture and flavor contrast. The small amount of bacon in the sauce is optional, but highly recommended.
Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Prop Styling by Beatrice Chastka, Food Styling by Olivia Mack Anderson7/55Sunday Stash Marinara Sauce
This simple, flavorful tomato sauce is a weeknight savior. Make a big batch and stash it in the freezer. Add to pastas, braises, soups, and stews in the weeks to come.
Photo by Alex Lau, Prop Styling by Emily Elsen, Food Styling by Rebecca Jurkevich8/55Chicken and Tomato Stew With Caramelized Lemon
