Tomato recipes
Dishes where Tomato shows up in the recipe name—salads, weeknight mains, sides, and more. Pick a card for shopping list, timing, and step-by-step instructions.
DinnerClassic Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Tender, savory meatballs simmered in a simple tomato sauce make a cozy dinner with pasta, polenta, or crusty bread. This version uses a quick panade, which is a bread-and-milk mixture that helps keep the meatballs soft.
60m4–6 servingsEasy
SnacksClassic Tomato Basil Bruschetta
Enjoy a taste of Italy with this easy and fresh bruschetta recipe, perfect for any occasion.
25m4 servingsEasy
SnacksClassic Tomato Bruschetta
Juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, and olive oil piled onto crisp toasted bread. This simple Italian appetizer is bright, crunchy, and easy to make at home.
23m6 servingsEasy
DinnerFregola Sarda with Clams and Tomatoes
Fregola sarda is a small, toasted Sardinian pasta with a nutty flavor and a chewy bite. This one-pan version simmers it with tomatoes, white wine, and clams for a simple coastal dinner.
50m4 servingsMedium
SnacksFresh Tomato Salsa
This bright, chunky salsa comes together with ripe tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and lime. Serve it with tortilla chips, spoon it over tacos, or use it to wake up grilled chicken, fish, or eggs.
20mMakes about 3 cupsEasy
DinnerHomemade Cheese Ravioli with Tomato Basil Sauce
Tender fresh pasta pockets filled with ricotta and Parmesan are easier to shape than they look. A simple tomato basil sauce keeps the focus on the ravioli.
110m4 servingsMedium
Main CourseItalian Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Tender Italian-style meatballs start with a simple breadcrumb-and-milk mixture, then simmer gently in tomato sauce. Serve them with spaghetti, tuck them into rolls, or spoon them over creamy polenta.
60m4–6 servingsEasy
DinnerRigatoni with Sausage Tomato Sauce
This cozy rigatoni recipe pairs sturdy pasta tubes with a simple tomato sauce, Italian sausage, garlic, and pecorino. It is weeknight-friendly, but it tastes like something you let simmer much longer.
50m4 servingsEasy
DinnerSimple Tomato Garlic Pasta
This easy weeknight pasta uses pantry ingredients, a quick tomato sauce, and one simple trick: finish the pasta in the sauce so every strand tastes seasoned. It is cozy, flexible, and ready in about 30 minutes.
30m4 servingsEasy
Soup RecipesTomato Basil Soup
This cozy tomato basil soup uses canned whole tomatoes, fresh basil, and a splash of cream for a smooth, bright bowl you can make any time of year. Serve it with grilled cheese, garlic toast, or a simple green salad.
50m6 servingsEasy
Soup RecipesTomato Bisque
This smooth tomato bisque is rich, gently creamy, and bright with basil. It uses canned tomatoes, pantry aromatics, and a splash of cream for a cozy soup you can make year-round.
50m4–6 servingsEasy
AppetizersTomato Ricotta Crostini
Crisp slices of toasted baguette meet creamy ricotta, juicy tomatoes, basil, and a little balsamic. Serve these crostini as an easy appetizer, a snack board anchor, or a light bite with drinks.
25m6 servingsEasy