Whole Tomatoes in Juice

Store unopened cans in a cool, dry pantry. Once opened, transfer any unused tomatoes and juice to an airtight container and refrigerate.

For easier handling, gently crush the whole tomatoes with your hands or a potato masher before adding them to your recipe.

The juice they are packed in is flavorful and can be used as part of the liquid in your dish.

They are excellent for making a quick marinara sauce, adding to chili, or using in hearty stews.

Garlic

Onion

Olive oil

Basil

Oregano

Red pepper flakes

Pasta

Beans

Ground meat

Not draining the juice if a thicker sauce is desired, which can make the final dish too watery.

Overcooking, which can result in a mushy texture, especially if the tomatoes are not crushed first.