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From Pantry to Plate: Canned Tomatoes Unveiled

Canned tomatoes – a humble pantry staple that often goes unnoticed, yet its potential in the kitchen is boundless. These preserved, ruby-red gems may not have the allure of plump, sun-kissed fresh tomatoes, but they hold a unique place in the culinary world. They are the unsung heroes of countless recipes, from hearty pasta sauces to soul-soothing soups and savory stews. In this recipe blog post from Martha Stewart’s recipe blog, the author unveils 14 mouthwatering dishes that prove canned tomatoes are a kitchen essential, elevating your meals to new heights of flavor and convenience.

  1. Lucinda’s Minestrone: This list kicks off with a hearty and flavor-packed Lucinda’s Minestrone, brimming with vegetables, chickpeas, zucchini, and a secret ingredient – the parmesan cheese rind, which infuses the broth with unparalleled richness.
  2. Creamy Tomato Sauce: Step away from traditional marinara and try our Creamy Tomato Sauce. Cream imparts a luxurious touch to the tomato base, making it a delightful companion for various pastas or homemade potato gnocchi.
  3. Simple Pizza Margherita: Classic never goes out of style with Simple Pizza Margherita. A simple tomato sauce, mozzarella, and your choice of toppings create a timeless crowd-pleaser.
  4. Chicken Bolognese With Tagliatelle: Lighten up Ragu Bolognese with ground chicken and save time without compromising flavor. This pasta dinner is a win-win, showcasing the magic of canned tomatoes.
  5. Sausage and Meat Sauce: Elevate your pasta night with the robust flavors of Sausage and Meat Sauce. Infused with the essence of sausage and rosemary, it’s a crowd-pleaser for any gathering.
  6. All-Purpose Tomato Sauce: Simplicity meets richness in our All-Purpose Tomato Sauce. Canned tomatoes play the leading role, with a final flourish of butter adding a delightful depth of flavor to this versatile sauce.
  7. Quick Cioppino: Seafood lovers, rejoice! Quick Cioppino is a seafood bowl featuring a vibrant tomato broth and a medley of mussels, clams, and white fish.
  8. Sam’s Vegetarian Bean Chili: Crafted from pantry staples like canned tomatoes, beans, and green chiles, Sam’s Vegetarian Bean Chili comes together in just 45 minutes, tasting like it simmered all day.
  9. Vegetable-Bean Soup: Starting off our list is a wholesome Vegetable-Bean Soup that owes its heartiness to canned tomatoes. This versatile recipe can easily adapt to your vegetable preferences, making it the perfect canvas for creativity in the kitchen.
  10. Minestrone With Collard Greens and White Beans: Any day is perfect for a pot of Minestrone. This rendition boasts fiber-rich white beans and iron-packed collard greens for a nourishing, hearty meal.
  11. Three-Ingredient Marinara: Simplicity reigns supreme with Three-Ingredient Marinara. A can of tomatoes blitzed in a food processor and a 15-minute simmer results in a delectable marinara sauce.
  12. Cheesy Butter-Bean Shakshuka: For brunch or a cozy supper, indulge in Cheesy Butter-Bean Shakshuka. Whether you opt for canned plum or cherry tomatoes, this dish is a savory delight that’s sure to please.
  13. Fish Stew With Herbed Toasts: Craving something quick and seafood-inspired? Look no further than our Fish Stew with Herbed Toasts. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a delightful cod and tomato-based dish ready to impress.
  14. Butterfield Stageline Chili: For a chili with depth, savor the flavors of Butterfield Stageline Chili. With chiles, pork, brisket, and plenty of canned tomatoes, this dish slow-cooks to perfection.

Canned tomatoes are the unsung heroes of the kitchen, providing us with convenience without sacrificing flavor. These 14 recipes have demonstrated the remarkable versatility of canned tomatoes, from savory soups to mouthwatering pasta sauces and comforting stews. So, the next time you reach for that unassuming can, remember that it holds the potential to transform your meal into a culinary masterpiece.

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Spring Salmon Recipe with Tomato Sauce

With spring in full bloom and summer right around the corner, there’s never been a better time of year for a decadent salmon-based meal. Thankfully with this easy-to-make recipe from the Gimme Some Oven food blog for Salmon Set in Burst Tomato Sauce, you’ll be enjoying a wonderful garlic-infused tomato basil cream sauce with your fresh salmon in no time at all!

Ingredients:

  • 4 fresh salmon fillets
  • 2 pounds of either cherry or grape tomatoes
  • ½ cup of roughly-torn fresh basil leaves, packed
  • 4 cloves of garlic, either pressed or finely minced
  • 1 ounce of freshly-grated Parmesan cheese, reserving an additional amount for sprinkling
  • ⅓ to ½ cup of heavy cream
  • ⅓ cup of olive oil, divided
  • ½ teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3 tablespoons of fine sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons of freshly-cracked black pepper

Directions:

  1. You’ll start this recipe by seasoning your four salmon fillets generously with fine sea salt and freshly-cracked black pepper. Nearby, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once you spread the oil around the inner surface of the skillet, you’ll place the salmon onto the skillet face-down. Sear the salmon, undisturbed for about 2-3 minutes or until the salmon is golden. Then, flip the salmon over and cook the reverse side for 2 additional minutes until it’s nearly cooked through. Once it is, transfer the salmon to a clean plate and set it aside.
  2. With the skillet emptied, you’ll go ahead and add in your remaining olive oil and reduce the burner’s heat from medium-high to simply medium. Add the tomatoes, minced garlic cloves, and crushed red pepper flakes to the pan and toss all the ingredients gently until everything’s gently coated in olive oil. Cook the contents of the pan for about 10-15 minutes while stirring occasionally just until all of the tomatoes have burst and their juices have reduced to a fairly thick sauce.
  3. At this point, you can use a spoon to gently smash some of the tomatoes to release more of their juices after a few minutes of cooking, but you can retain the texture and chunkiness of the cause by leaving several of the tomatoes still intact if you’d like.
  4. With the tomatoes properly burst and the salmon already seared, you’re well on your way to the finished sauce. The next step is for you to gently stir in your heavy cream, basil leaves, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon of fine sea salt, and a few twists of the freshly-cracked black pepper into the sauce until it’s all combined.
  5. Nestle your salmon fillets into the sauce and continue cooking it all for an additional 1-2 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through to your particular liking. Taste and season the sauce with extra salt, pepper, and/or crushed red pepper flakes as needed.
  6. When serving and plating your fillets and sauce, garnish your fillets with extra basil and Parmesan cheese.Consider serving this dish with crusty bread, pasta, or rice. Additionally, the texture of the salmon pairs really nicely with a citrus-based vegetable medley or light side salad, so consider also tossing some arugula leaveswith lemon juice, olive oil, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Enjoy!

Note:

If you’re looking for a little extra flavor or texture with this dish, you’re in luck. The above recipe is highly customizable and flexible, so feel free to add some spinach in the final minutes of cooking for a richer, more colorful presentation. Additionally, substituting your favorite Italian herbs in place of the basil or even putting in burrata in place of the heavy cream are both excellent ways to make this recipe your very own. Let your taste buds and flavor-seeking instincts guide your hand, and enjoy what you discover.

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