{"product_id":"pastene-ground-peeled-tomatoes-28-oz-6-pack-kitchen-ready-smooth-texture-for-sauces-soups","title":"Pastene Ground Peeled Tomatoes 28 oz (6 Pack) - Kitchen Ready, Smooth Texture for Sauces \u0026 Soups","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePastene \"Kitchen Ready\" Ground Peeled Tomatoes are vine-ripened tomatoes, peeled and ground into a smooth, ready-to-use base for sauces, soups, and stews.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese 28 oz cans from Pastene arrive prepped and preserved in tomato juice to save prep time without sacrificing a fresh, full-bodied tomato flavor. Packaged six cans to a case, they provide a pantry-friendly quantity for weekly meal prep, family dinners, or batch cooking. With just tomatoes and tomato juice listed in the ingredient panel, this product focuses on simple, reliable flavor that blends easily into both traditional Italian recipes and everyday cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Pastene \"Kitchen Ready\" different from whole or crushed tomatoes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGround peeled tomatoes have a consistent, finely-textured body that falls between crushed and pureed tomatoes, offering smoothness without being thin. Because they’re peeled and ground, you save chopping and sieving steps while keeping natural tomato character and bite where needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmoother consistency than crushed tomatoes for even cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo skins or large chunks to strain or chop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReady to blend into sauces, soups, or simmered dishes immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePackaged in tomato juice to maintain flavor and texture during storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I use these 28 oz cans in recipes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese cans are versatile—stir them into pasta sauces, simmer with aromatics for a homemade soup, or use as the base in braises and stews. Because the tomatoes are already ground, they integrate quickly, speeding up recipe times and delivering consistent results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombine with garlic, onion, and herbs for a quick pasta sauce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdd to chilies and stews as the primary tomato component.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse in casseroles or shakshuka-style dishes for even coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlend further for smooth purées or leave as-is for textured sauces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I store and portion the cans for best results?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnopened cans are shelf-stable; store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Once opened, transfer any unused portion to a sealed container, refrigerate, and use within a few days, or freeze portions in freezer-safe containers or ice cube trays for longer storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShelf life: keep in pantry until the printed date on the can.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRefrigerate leftovers in airtight containers up to 3–4 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFreeze portions in 1-cup servings for convenient thaw-and-use portions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLabel frozen portions with date for rotation and freshness tracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any artificial ingredients or additives in these tomatoes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePastene lists only tomatoes and tomato juice on the ingredient panel, keeping the product free from artificial preservatives, colors, and additives. This straightforward ingredient list makes it easy to include these tomatoes in clean-label or simple-ingredient meal plans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimple ingredient statement: tomatoes, tomato juice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo added sugars, preservatives, or artificial colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable as a base for both traditional and modern recipes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks well for cooks seeking minimal-ingredient pantry staples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Home cooks, meal-preppers, and professional kitchens that value time-saving pantry staples will find Pastene \"Kitchen Ready\" Ground Peeled Tomatoes convenient and dependable. They’re ideal for anyone who wants consistent tomato flavor and texture without peeling or processing fresh tomatoes, especially useful for families, caterers, and busy cooks planning soups, sauces, or batch-cooked meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'VINE-RIPENED FRESH TOMATOES, TOMATO PUREE, SALT, AND NATURALLY DERIVED CITRIC ACID.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use Pastene Ground Peeled Tomatoes in place of crushed tomatoes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. They offer a smoother, more uniform texture and can be substituted 1:1 in most recipes requiring crushed tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How long do opened cans last in the refrigerator?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Transfer leftovers to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3–4 days; freeze for longer storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Pastene","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46001820762195,"sku":"B01IBVMYB2","price":135.69,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/9949\/2947\/files\/pastene-front-packaging-28oz-can.jpg?v=1787174338","url":"https:\/\/spicestosnacks.ca\/products\/pastene-ground-peeled-tomatoes-28-oz-6-pack-kitchen-ready-smooth-texture-for-sauces-soups","provider":"Spices To Snacks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}