Ketchup - It's Not Just For Pot Roast! Shortcuts In The Kitchen

Ketchup - it's not just for pot roast!

theafricanqueen 14 years ago

When a recipe calls for, say, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, I use ketchup instead. I just can't wrap my head around the idea of opening even a small can of tomato paste then having to cover it and put it in the refrigerator only to forget about it. So, ketchup comes to my rescue on a routine basis! BTW, I use the organic kind.

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zhizara 14 years ago said:

Good idea. Plus, the seasonings in the ketchup add that special something.

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hezzytantcook 14 years ago said:

If you are out of ketchup, but have the canned tomato paste called for in your recipe (which often only requires a couple of tablespoons), then line a small metal tray with wax or cling wrap, and spoon the leftover paste into two Tablespoon mounds and freeze. Once frozen pop off the tray and into a freezer bag. Pull out and incorporate into your simmering whatever as needed. No more mystery cans in the 'fridge.

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hezzytantcook 14 years ago said:

Edit for the above Tomato paste waste (not) post. Sigh.

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