Farm market soup stew packed with carrots, cabbage, leeks, potatoes, zucchini, Swiss chard, split peas, and tomatoes in vegetable broth. A hearty vegetarian garden harvest pot.
Baked salmon with olives that adds a sophisticated look to your dinner!
If you're looking for a healthier version of tomato sauce try this easy-to-make recipe that's perfect with any pasta dish.
Tabbouleh tosses bulgur wheat with masses of fresh parsley, mint, scallions, and ripe Roma tomato, dressed simply with lemon juice and olive oil. A vegan Levantine cracked wheat salad that gets better after an overnight chill.
Pinto bean and andouille sausage stew with smoked paprika, three peppers, and a bright lime finish. A smoky Cajun-Creole one-pot with rendered bacon fat building deep bottom-of-the-bowl flavor.
Salsa is such a great sauce that can go well with lots of things, it can be served with chips as a dip, or it can be put in the casserole as a sauce. And it is so quick and easy to make, chop a few fresh vegetables, throw them all together, here your freshly homemade salsa.
Penne with sauteed mushrooms, fresh Roma tomatoes, basil, and oregano topped with crumbled Gorgonzola cheese. A bold Italian pasta dish ready in 25 minutes.
Classic Italian lasagna al forno with homemade tomato sauce, bechamel, ricotta, and mozzarella. A three-sauce layered lasagna with red wine in the tomato sauce and nutmeg in the bechamel.
Flour-coated chicken breasts seared golden then simmered in crushed Italian plum tomatoes with mushrooms, green pepper, onion, garlic, oregano, and basil. Electric skillet cacciatore over spaghetti.
Greek-seasoned burgers with oregano, cumin, lemon juice, and fresh tomato tucked into whole wheat pita pockets with romaine and red onion. Low-fat and diabetic-friendly.
A thick vegan split pea stew packed with sweet potato, broccoli, Roma tomatoes, and fresh dill. High in fiber and protein with under 1 gram of fat, this plant-powered bowl is weeknight meal prep gold.
Baja-style calzones stuffed with spiced sausage, ground beef, refried beans, crushed tomatoes, and melted Monterey Jack and cheddar. Served with guacamole.
Italian baked squid stuffed with creamy ricotta, wilted spinach, and chopped tentacles, braised in white wine and plum tomatoes. A classic trattoria dish that turns simple calamari into an elegant dinner.
This is totally delicious, the baby spinach leaves wilt just the right amount in this warm winter salad.
Bacon, Italian sausage, and ground beef simmer low and slow with mushrooms, tomatoes, and red wine in this robust spaghetti sauce. Hints of cinnamon and cloves add depth.
Mazatlan Fisherman's Stew (Mexican Bouillabaisse) recipe
Pressure cooker minestrone loaded with navy beans, fresh vegetables, orzo pasta, and a full cup of fresh basil. Cooks in 20 minutes under pressure with zucchini, cabbage, and green beans stirred in at the end for crisp-tender texture.
Crispy phyllo dough, cheesy and juicy spinach and cheese filling with sweet yet juicy tomato slices on top, this quiche not only looks appealing, but also tastes delicious.
Authentic Ukrainian borscht from Kiev with beef chuck, ham bone, oven-roasted beets, cabbage, potatoes, and prunes for subtle sweetness. Topped with sour cream, dill, and crumbled bacon. Serves 12.
Fog City Diner's homemade tomato ketchup: fresh roma tomatoes simmered with cider vinegar, sugar, pickling spice, and cinnamon for a restaurant-style condiment. Makes 5 cups, lasts a month.
Slow-simmered Italian tomato sauce with ground beef, San Marzano-style plum tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, and oregano. Rich, thick, and built for pasta night.
Linguine with grilled chicken and eggplant tosses hot pasta with smoky charred Japanese eggplant, chicken, fresh basil, garlic, and Romano cheese. Rustic Italian dinner ready in under an hour.
A convoluted version of Muffaletta salad inspired the the New Orleans sandwich of the same name. Based on a recipe by that Guy on Food Network; a dressed up pasta salad that's packed with loads of punchy flavors and textures then served in Bibb lettuce cups.
Classic Sicilian caponata with fried eggplant, plum tomatoes, green olives, capers, and pine nuts in a tangy vinegar-sugar agrodolce. Serve chilled as an appetizer or relish.
This unique bread made of honey, lamb and tomatoes is a great addition to dinner. Can be served plain or with a spread of your choice.
This tomato basil bulgur pilaf recipe kicks things up a notch and is packed with fresh summer flavors. We eat it as a bulgur salad or use it with olive oil and pita as a dip or a side dish.
Slow cooker chili packed with hot Italian sausage, ground chuck, pinto beans, and chickpeas. Toss it in the crock pot in the morning and come home to a bold, meaty bowl that's been simmering all day.
Hearty hamburger and pearl barley soup with cabbage, carrots, and tomatoes in a balsamic-spiked beef broth. A frugal, freezer-friendly one-pot meal that stretches a pound of beef across six bowls.
Robust Italian Stew: Wine-Braised Beef Over Creamy Polenta recipe
Homemade ranchero sauce with Roma tomatoes, red bell pepper, onion, and garlic simmered in chicken broth. A chunky, mild Mexican tomato sauce for huevos rancheros and more.
Herb-crusted cod fillets coated in fresh cilantro, chives, and parsley breadcrumbs, then roasted and served over a silky roasted tomato-garlic sauce with balsamic. Clean flavors, high-impact plate.
Baked stuffed manicotti the old-school way: pasta tubes packed with a beef and mozzarella filling, blanketed in a homemade tomato sauce simmered an hour with fennel seed and herbs, then baked bubbling under more cheese.
Bring some exotic flavor to your crockpot with this succulent dish made with eggplant, zucchini and black olives.
Classic Italian balsamic bruschetta with ripe Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic and Parmesan on toasted French bread. Essential summer appetizer for tomato season.
Dive into this easy Italian sausage pizzaiola with vegetables recipe: savory sausage, mushrooms, peppers, and tomatoes stuffed into crispy rolls for a quick dinner. Perfect for beginner cooks seeking authentic Italian sausage sandwich ideas or healthy veggie-packed subs at home. Serves 8 as an appetizer, 4 as a main.
Chicken breasts braised in a rustic Italian tomato sauce with crushed plum tomatoes, garlic, and oregano. Chicken Pizzaiola is a one-pan Italian comfort classic ready in under an hour.
Pasta with tomatoes, white beans, and pepperoni in a quick Italian sauce with basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes. A hearty, protein-packed weeknight pasta for two.
Artichoke heart pasta sauce with marinated artichokes, Roma tomatoes, Parmesan, and fresh parsley. The reserved artichoke marinade adds tangy depth to every spoonful.
Neiman-Marcus Chili Con Queso (Tortilla) Soup recipe
Easy ratatouille roasts eggplant, zucchini, summer squash, peppers, red onion, and Roma tomatoes in one pan with a Dijon-balsamic-garlic marinade. The shortcut version of the classic Provencal vegetable stew.
Seafood Gumbo From the New Basic's Cookbook recipe
Thick, warming butternut squash chili with kidney beans, plum tomatoes, red wine, and a hint of orange zest. Seasoned with cumin, chili powder, and allspice. A cozy vegetarian chili for fall and winter.
Italian-style baked cod smothered in a rustic tomato, mushroom, and white wine sauce with Parmesan. A Livorno-inspired weeknight fish dinner ready in 40 minutes.
Old Ebbitt Grill's white bean chili: tender navy beans simmered with peppers, cumin and chili powder, topped with thinly sliced spice-rubbed roasted chicken, salsa, sour cream and cilantro. A copycat of the DC landmark's signature bowl.
Layered avocado terrine with Dijon mustard and whipped cream, sliced and served with poached shrimp and a fresh basil tomato cream sauce. A showstopping chilled appetizer for special occasions.
Golden flour-dredged chicken breast simmered in Italian plum tomatoes with mushrooms, peppers, onion, and oregano in an electric skillet. Served over spaghetti, this one-pan cacciatore is a reader favourite.