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What Can I Make with Tomatoes?

With tomatoes, you can make Tomato pasta sauce, Tomato soup, Bruschetta, plus the other practical options below. Choose by the time, equipment, and supporting ingredients you have.

Five realistic directions

Meal ideas that genuinely fit these ingredients

01

Tomato pasta sauce

Likely supporting ingredients: olive oil, garlic, onion, herbs, bread, pasta or eggs.

02

Tomato soup

Likely supporting ingredients: olive oil, garlic, onion, herbs, bread, pasta or eggs.

03

Bruschetta

Likely supporting ingredients: olive oil, garlic, onion, herbs, bread, pasta or eggs.

04

Shakshuka

Likely supporting ingredients: olive oil, garlic, onion, herbs, bread, pasta or eggs.

05

Roasted tomato tart

Likely supporting ingredients: olive oil, garlic, onion, herbs, bread, pasta or eggs.

Pantry additions

What you may still need

olive oil, garlic, onion, herbs, bread, pasta or eggs

Meal types

Good fits

  • lunch
  • dinner
  • snack

Substitutions

If an ingredient is missing

Tinned tomatoes suit sauces and soups; roasted red pepper gives sweetness but less acidity.

A substitution can change texture, binding, leavening, taste, moisture, or cooking time.

Prep and storage

Keep the ingredients ready to use

Keep ripe tomatoes at room temperature and refrigerate cut tomatoes.

FAQ

Questions about cooking with Tomatoes

What is the quickest thing to make with tomatoes?

Tomato pasta sauce is usually the quickest starting point. You may also need olive oil, garlic, onion, herbs, bread, pasta or eggs.

Can I make Tomato pasta sauce with only these main ingredients?

It depends on the recipe. For better flavour and the right structure, you will usually still need olive oil, garlic, onion, herbs, bread, pasta or eggs.

What can I substitute for tomatoes?

Tinned tomatoes suit sauces and soups; roasted red pepper gives sweetness but less acidity.

How should I store tomatoes?

Keep ripe tomatoes at room temperature and refrigerate cut tomatoes.

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