Tomato Passata

• Use tomato passata as a base for a quick and easy pasta sauce; simply heat it with garlic, herbs, and olive oil for a flavorful weeknight meal.
• Create a smooth and velvety tomato soup by simmering tomato passata with vegetable broth, cream, and your favorite seasonings.
• Incorporate tomato passata into stews and braises to add depth of flavor and richness to the sauce; it thickens beautifully and enhances the overall taste.
• Use tomato passata as a base for homemade pizza sauce; its smooth texture spreads easily and provides a vibrant tomato flavor.
• Substitute tomato passata for crushed or diced tomatoes in recipes where a smooth, seedless texture is desired; it eliminates the need for peeling and seeding tomatoes.
• Add a splash of tomato passata to cocktails like Bloody Marys for a fresher tomato flavor than using traditional tomato juice.

• Rich in lycopene, an antioxidant linked to reduced risk of certain cancers and heart disease.
• Excellent source of vitamin C, supporting immune function and skin health.
• Provides vitamin A, essential for vision and cell growth.
• Good source of potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure.
• Low in calories and fat, making it a healthy addition to various dishes.

Unopened tomato passata can be stored in a cool, dark, and dry place like a pantry at room temperature until the expiration date. Once opened, transfer any unused passata to an airtight container and refrigerate immediately. It should be used within 3-5 days. For longer storage, you can freeze passata in freezer-safe containers or bags for up to 2-3 months. Remember to leave some headspace in the container as the liquid expands when frozen.