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When it comes to pasta, I’ve never been a big fan of red sauce. Give me a pesto or creamy Alfredo any day. And that includes store-bought sauces, too — I’m usually opting for brown butter and sage or Sauz’s Lemon Pepper Pesto.
But there is one red sauce that has changed my mind: Martone Street’s Signature Pomodoro. It’s so good, I’m already on my third jar (and have three more in the pantry!).
Martone Street’s Signature Pomodoro Is Made with Just 5 Ingredients
Food Network fans may know that Chopped judge, cookbook author, restaurateur, and chef Scott Conant started Martone Street last year. The brand offers four different jarred pasta sauces: Campagna Marinara, Arrabbiata, Mediterranean Style, and, my personal favorite, Signature Pomodoro. You can buy them individually for $10 per 24-ounce jar or all together in the Sampler Set or Gift Set.
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I’ve tried three of the four sauces, and the Signature Pomodoro is the one I keep coming back to. Its ingredient list is simple: tomatoes, an infused olive oil (with basil, garlic, and red pepper flakes), olive oil, salt, and basil. It’s tasty enough to stand on its own, but it also makes a great base for adding sausage, ricotta, and veggies.
My Honest Review of Martone Street’s Signature Pomodoro
This might just be the most flavorful red sauce I’ve ever had. It’s acidic and slightly sweet from the tomatoes, rich from the garlic and olive oil, and fresh from the basil. My favorite way to eat it is with sheet pan gnocchi. I put frozen gnocchi, slices of chicken sausage, bell peppers, and onions on a sheet pan with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. I’ll pop that in a 400°F oven for 20 to 30 minutes, and then I’ll toss it with Martone Street’s Signature Pomodoro and top with a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella. The crispy gnocchi and soft veggies pair so nicely with the smooth, slightly acidic sauce.
I also recently made farfalle with turkey sausage and Signature Pomodoro topped with a scoop of ricotta. This sauce paired with ricotta is just *chef’s kiss.* It’s also great as a dipping sauce for toasted ravioli, mozzarella sticks, and more.
Buy: Martone Street Signature Pomodoro, $9.99 at Martone Street
What’s your favorite jarred pasta sauce? Tell us about it in the comments below.
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