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66 recipes tagged with tomato sauce.
8 servings If you choose one of the less-cheesy fillings, try topping with 3 cups White Sauce I and 1 cup shredded Parmesan (4 ounces) instead of tomato…
4 servings This Italian-American classic can be assembled early in the day, refrigerated, and baked when needed. Use 3 cups of your favorite store-bought…
A rich tomato sauce simmered with Italian meatballs, enough to coat a pound of pasta.
4 servings Also known as involtini, this dish is a good, quicker alternative to Eggplant Parmigiana since it has similar appeal and does not involve…
A classic Italian dish featuring tender honeycomb tripe simmered in a rich tomato sauce, finished with grated Parmesan.
Squid stuffed with a parsley and bread crumb mixture, baked in a white wine and tomato sauce. Served hot or cold.
A classic tomato sauce made with fresh beefsteak tomatoes, simmered with herbs and a touch of sherry vinegar for depth. Perfect for pasta, pizza, or as a…
A classic Italian dish featuring fried eggplant layered with tomato sauce and topped with mozzarella and Parmesan, baked until bubbly.
A Goan-inspired halibut dish marinated in a ginger-garlic paste, then baked in a rich tomato and pepper sauce with sweet sherry. Served with crusty bread.
Pillowy goat cheese dumplings simmered until tender, then broiled in spicy arrabbiata sauce and finished with Parmesan. A rich and satisfying vegetarian…
Mackerel fillets are seared and served with a tangy tomato sauce enriched with olives, capers, and mezcal. This Latin-inspired dish is flavorful and…
A quick and easy chicken tikka masala made in an Instant Pot. Tender chicken thighs in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce, served over rice.
A vegetarian twist on the classic tikka masala, featuring mixed mushrooms simmered in a rich, spiced tomato and yogurt sauce. Serve with rice or bread to…
A classic Neapolitan-style pizza with a tangy sourdough crust, San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and basil. The dough is fermented for several…
A spiced egg and cauliflower curry with crispy browned eggs in a flavorful tomato-based sauce. This satisfying dish is perfect served with rice or bread.
A budget-friendly, hearty goulash made with ground beef, flat noodles, and a simple tomato sauce. Perfect for stretching a dollar, this dish is easy to…
A quick and versatile tomato sauce that can be made cooked or raw. Perfect for spaghetti with pecorino romano and fresh basil.
A simple and delicious cuttlefish recipe from Mallorca, typically served as part of a tapas spread. The cuttlefish has a meatier texture and sweeter…
A spicy shrimp dish cooked in a flavorful tomato-based sauce with Creole seasoning, served over white rice. This Instant Pot recipe is quick and easy…
Spiced lamb meatballs simmered in a fragrant tomato and spinach curry sauce. A family-friendly dish that cleverly hides spinach.
Shakshuka is a traditional Middle Eastern breakfast of eggs poached in a thick, richly spiced tomato sauce. It's a one-dish wonder that is quick to…
A quick and tangy curry with prawns and broccoli in a spiced tomato sauce, flavored with panch phoron and mustard. Ready in under 40 minutes.
Zucchini ribbons stand in for pasta in this light, gluten-free dish. Tossed with olive oil, sautéed until crisp-tender, and served with tomato sauce and…
Zucchini ribbons stand in for pasta in this light, gluten-free dish. Tossed with olive oil, sautéed until crisp-tender, and served with tomato sauce and…
A hearty frittata with Italian sausage, kale, and mozzarella, baked with tomato sauce. Perfect for a satisfying dinner.
A classic Bolognese sauce made with ground beef, tomatoes, milk, and Pecorino cheese. Serve over penne pasta for a hearty Italian meal.
A spicy chicken ragout with harissa and smoked chorizo, simmered in a tomato-based sauce and finished with yogurt and cilantro. Serve over rice or…
A hearty meatball bake with lamb or beef, feta, and mint, simmered in a tomato sauce and topped with mozzarella. Ready in under 2 hours.
A magnificent Gujarati vegetable curry with chickpeas, potatoes, carrots, cauliflower, and green beans in a spiced cashew-tomato sauce. Served with fluffy…
A classic Neapolitan pasta dish with a bold, savory sauce of tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovies, and garlic. Quick to prepare yet deeply flavorful, it's…
A fusion of jambalaya and stuffed cabbage rolls, filled with shrimp, andouille sausage, and rice, baked in a spicy tomato sauce.
Eggs are poached in a spiced tomato and bell pepper sauce, then served with pita bread. This North African shakshuka is a flavorful one-pan meal.
A quick and easy Italian red sauce made from whole peeled tomatoes, basil, and garlic. Perfect as a base for pizza, lasagna, or chicken parmesan.
A creamy, aromatic butter chicken with a tangy tandoori marinade. This Mowgli favorite features tender chicken in a rich spiced tomato sauce, finished…
A rich, slow-simmered spaghetti sauce made with a variety of canned tomatoes, vegetables, and a touch of butter for richness. Serve over spaghetti with…
A sweet and chunky paneer curry with spinach and peas, inspired by the chef's mother's recipe. This vegetarian dish is rich with aromatic spices and…
A quick version of the Indian classic, ready in under 20 minutes. Creamy tomato-based sauce with broiled chicken thighs, served over rice with naan.
A rich and thick lamb ragù made with smoked ground lamb, simmered with red wine and San Marzano tomatoes. Served over pasta with Parmesan cheese.
A simple and comforting potato curry inspired by aloo dom, made with baby potatoes in a spiced tomato sauce. It's an easy, everyday dish perfect for when…
A classic Mallorcan vegetable dish with layers of fried potatoes, peppers, and eggplant in rich tomato sauce. Serve with grilled lamb cutlets for a…
A hot and tangy Goan fish curry with a smoked heat from Kashmiri dried chilli, balanced by sweet ginger and black treacle. Flash-fried fish simmers in a…
A quick and comforting tomato pasta sauce made with canned tomatoes, garlic, turmeric, and ham stock. Ready in just minutes, this simple dish is perfect…
A rich and hearty Bolognese sauce made with ground veal and pork, simmered with San Marzano tomatoes, milk, and herbs, served over rigatoni and finished…
A bold curry featuring cauliflower and fried boiled eggs in a rich, spiced tomato sauce. The eggs are boiled then fried until wrinkled to trap the sauce.
Salmon fillets are poached then simmered in a South Indian-style sauce with tomatoes, treacle, and spices, finished with spinach, pomegranate seeds, and…
A vegan version of the classic South African bunny chow, featuring chickpeas and potatoes in a spiced tomato sauce, served in hollowed-out bread. This…
A vegan Indian curry featuring fried aubergine slices cooked with panch phoron, dried red chilli, and a spiced tomato sauce. The aubergine is caramelized…
A South African-style sausage roll featuring grilled boerewors in a toasted bun with caramelized onions and brown mustard, served with tomato sauce for…
Bell peppers are stuffed with a savory mixture of lean ground beef, instant brown rice, raisins, and aromatics, then slow-cooked in tomato sauce until…
A spicy tomato and pepper sauce with eggs gently poached in it. This shakshuka is a flavorful one-pan dish perfect for any meal.
These pork-and-ricotta meatballs are simmered in a roasted garden tomato sauce that intensifies the flavor of fresh tomatoes. Serve over spaghetti or…
Pan-seared duck breasts are served with a rich, spiced almond and tomato sauce made with cinnamon, cloves, and dried red chilies.
A Spanish vegetable stew with eggplant, zucchini, and peppers simmered in a garlicky tomato sauce, topped with poached eggs and Manchego cheese. Serve…
A hearty pasta dish inspired by The Godfather, featuring spaghetti with meatballs and Italian sausage in a rich tomato sauce.
A spicy Indian egg curry with hard-boiled eggs in a tomato-based sauce, flavored with cumin, garam masala, and a kick of English mustard and fresh…
Jumbo pasta shells stuffed with a creamy ricotta and fontina filling, baked in tomato sauce and topped with melted fontina cheese. A hearty and satisfying…
Jumbo pasta shells stuffed with a creamy ricotta and fontina filling, baked in tomato sauce and topped with melted fontina cheese. A hearty and satisfying…
A rich and creamy chicken tikka masala made with bone-in chicken pieces marinated in spiced yogurt, then charred and simmered in a tomato-cream sauce…
A rich meat sauce made with ground sirloin and pork, simmered with San Marzano tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a touch of truffle paste. Perfect for filling…
Jumbo pasta shells stuffed with a creamy spinach and cottage cheese mixture, baked in tomato sauce and topped with melted mozzarella. A hearty and…
A hearty lasagna with Italian sausage, pepperoni, and a rich tomato sauce. Layers of cheese and noodles are baked until bubbly and golden.
A classic Roman pasta dish featuring guanciale, pancetta, and bacon in a rich tomato sauce, finished with Pecorino Romano.
A simple and classic tomato sauce made with canned Italian plum tomatoes, onions, and herbs. Perfect for pizza or pasta.
Pan-seared cod simmered in a tomato-olive sauce with garlic and lime, inspired by Mexican flavors. Serve with rice for a complete meal.
A versatile squid dish simmered in a rich tomato and red wine sauce with garlic and parsley. Serve as a main course or over pasta.
Classic Chicken Parmesan with a rich tomato-olive sauce, topped with mozzarella and Parmesan, served over spaghetti.
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