An uncomplicated and simply magical ingredient, tomato paste is essentially cooked-down tomatoes that have been strained of their seeds and juices. As the tomatoes are heated and cooked, they lose all ...

There are lots of ways to finish a dish with a touch of flair. A squirt of lemon juice here, a dash of pepper flakes there. But unlocking the flavor potential of a dish shouldn’t just be left to the ...

When it comes to cooking, tomato paste is a true kitchen staple. It's a great addition to marinades, stews, sauces, fried eggs, and so much more. Since tomato paste is concentrated, its flavors are ...

Sometimes, it pays off to make something from scratch. But for tomato paste in particular, it might be best to just buy it at ...

I always have canned tomatoes in the house, and usually there are several varieties on my shelves. Canned tomatoes are a handy, versatile shortcut for easy, affordable, year-round access to an ...

Two tomato products with similar origins, yet distinct differences. Tomato purée is a thick, smooth liquid made from heated, strained tomatoes with no added seasonings or spices. It's typically used ...

Chef Maria Loi is inspired by Greece’s miracle ingredient, tomato paste. Chef Maria Loi heads to Nafplio, where she speaks with Ioanna Papantoniou about the history of Greece’s miracle ingredient, ...

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