Contadina Crushed Tomatoes, 6.56 Pound, 6 Per Case

Contadina Crushed Tomatoes delivers a clean, product-focused experience with the flavor, texture, and everyday appeal shoppers expect from this item.

Uses

Pasta sauces: Use as a direct base for marinara, bolognese, or arrabbiata, reducing prep time while delivering deep tomato flavor.
Pizza and flatbreads: Spread straight from the can for a quick, flavorful pizza sauce that holds up under cheese and toppings without turning watery.
Soups and stews: Add to minestrone, tomato bisque, or beef stew for thick, rich body and balanced acidity.
Chili and baked dishes: Stir into chili recipes or baked pasta dishes where a hearty tomato presence anchors the other ingredients.
Restaurant and catering prep: Portion from the 6.56 pound can directly into steam pans, sauce pots, or batch containers for high-volume service.

Who Would Benefit

• Restaurant kitchens and pizzerias needing a dependable crushed tomato in bulk
• Caterers and food service operators preparing large-batch sauces and soups
• Home cooks who preserve or freeze sauces and want a head start with quality crushed tomatoes
• Food truck and concession operators looking for consistent flavor and texture across shifts
• Institutional kitchens such as schools, hospitals, and cafeterias cooking for crowds

Product Highlights

• California vine-ripened tomatoes crushed at peak ripeness for full flavor
• 6.56 pound can sized for commercial and high-volume kitchen use
• Six cans per case for efficient inventory and fewer reorder cycles
• Smooth, thick texture that holds up during long simmering and baking
• Contadina brand quality backed by Del Monte, a trusted name in canned tomatoes

Applications

Contadina Crushed Tomatoes work across a wide range of menu and preparation scenarios. In Italian restaurants, they serve as the backbone of daily marinara and meat sauces. Pizzerias use them as a ready-to-spread pizza base that skips the step of crushing whole tomatoes. Soup stations benefit from their built-in body, which reduces the need for extended reduction times. Caterers can build large-batch shakshuka, braised meats, or baked ziti directly from the can. For institutional dining, the consistent texture and flavor simplify recipe standardization across locations and shifts.

Preparation & Use

Open the can and use the tomatoes directly; no additional crushing or processing is needed. Season with salt, garlic, herbs, or olive oil depending on the dish. For a smoother sauce, blend briefly with an immersion blender. For a chunkier result, fold in diced onions, peppers, or whole basil leaves and simmer until the flavors marry. Leftover portions transfer well to airtight containers and refrigerate for up to five days or freeze for longer storage.