Fresh out of cans of crushed tomatoes?

Turn to these tested-and-approved alternatives.

Crushed tomatoes stand out from othercanned tomatovarieties due to their texture.

can of crushed tomatoes

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Occasionally, between re-stock runs, we find ourselves shy of cans right when we need them.

Add more, up to 2 cups, to reach your desired consistency.

In most cases, no one will even notice you didnt follow the original game plan as written!

Theyand youwill taste the difference if you fall back on another tomato product.

Avoid using ketchup as a crushed tomato substitute, Brekke warns.

It s far too sweet to be used as a swap.