Canned tomatoes do a lot of work
Canned tomatoes are one of the best low-cost ingredients because they add moisture, acidity, and body to meals that would otherwise feel flat.
10 cheap meals with canned tomatoes
- Tomato pasta with garlic
- Beans in tomato sauce on toast
- Lentil tomato soup
- Tomato rice with eggs
- Chickpeas with tomatoes and paprika
- Tomato braised vegetables
- Shakshuka-style eggs in tomato sauce
- Tomato bean pasta
- Tomato stew with potatoes
- Couscous with spicy tomato chickpeas
Useful pantry pairings
- pasta
- lentils
- beans
- rice
- eggs
- onions
- garlic
FAQ
What can I cook with canned tomatoes for dinner?
Pasta, soups, bean skillets, lentils, egg dishes, and rice-based meals are all easy options.
Are canned tomatoes good for cheap meals?
Yes. They stretch pantry ingredients and make basic meals taste more complete.
What goes well with canned tomatoes?
Garlic, onions, beans, lentils, eggs, pasta, rice, and herbs all pair very well.
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