Stuck on Dinner? These 14 Foolproof Tomato Recipes Reviewers Gave 5 Stars

Tomato lovers, this one’s for you—these foolproof recipes are your ticket out of any dinner rut. From comforting pastas to savory soups and a few fun twists in between, these tomato-packed favorites are what reviewers call five-star worthy. Trust us, you’ll want to try every one.

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A close-up of a steaming Italian Meatball Pasta Skillet, topped with bubbly, melted mozzarella cheese. Save
A close-up of a steaming Italian Meatball Pasta Skillet, topped with bubbly, melted mozzarella cheese. | dashnosh.com

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Italian Meatball Pasta Skillet

A close-up of a steaming Italian Meatball Pasta Skillet, topped with bubbly, melted mozzarella cheese.
A close-up of a steaming Italian Meatball Pasta Skillet, topped with bubbly, melted mozzarella cheese. | dashnosh.com

Cheesy meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce with tender pasta make this one-pan dinner pure comfort food.

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Greek Meatballs with Lemon Feta Sauce

A close-up shot of delicious Instant Pot Greek Meatballs, tender and juicy, topped with a tangy lemon-feta cheese.
A close-up shot of delicious Instant Pot Greek Meatballs, tender and juicy, topped with a tangy lemon-feta cheese. | dashnosh.com

"My whole family devoured these—super juicy, and that lemon feta sauce is out of this world!" —Steph

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Tuscan Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Tuscan Garlic Shrimp Pasta
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Juicy shrimp, velvety sun-dried tomato cream, and wilted spinach make this pasta irresistibly decadent.

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Sloppy Joes with Beef & Tomato

Steaming, seasoned sloppy joes piled high with savory sauce, ready to be devoured on toasted buns.
Steaming, seasoned sloppy joes piled high with savory sauce, ready to be devoured on toasted buns. | dashnosh.com

"So simple and the flavor was just like my grandma’s! Will definitely make again." —Marcy H.

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Pasta e Fagioli Soup

Pasta e Fagioli Soup
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Classic Italian comfort—tiny pasta, creamy beans, and tomatoes in an herby broth make for a cozy bowl any night.

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Roasted Tomato Basil Soup

A rustic bowl of Roasted Tomato Basil Soup garnished with fresh basil and creamy crème fraîche on a wooden table.
A rustic bowl of Roasted Tomato Basil Soup garnished with fresh basil and creamy crème fraîche on a wooden table. | dashnosh.com

"Even better than the café version! Roasting the tomatoes gives it amazing depth." —Nick W.

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Four Cheese Baked Pasta

Four Cheese Baked Pasta
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This crowd-pleaser features four gooey cheeses, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a golden baked top.

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Tortilla Pizza with Pantry Toppings

Freshly baked tortilla pizza, featuring a colorful assortment of pantry toppings and bubbling cheese.
Freshly baked tortilla pizza, featuring a colorful assortment of pantry toppings and bubbling cheese. | dashnosh.com

"Crispy crust, melty cheese, and the easiest dinner ever—my new weeknight favorite!" —Jules

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Ramen Lasagna Twist

This homemade ramen lasagna features layers of creamy cheeses and rich tomato sauce, baked to perfection.
This homemade ramen lasagna features layers of creamy cheeses and rich tomato sauce, baked to perfection. | dashnosh.com

A playful mashup—ramen noodles layered with ricotta, mozzarella, and savory tomato sauce for a fusion-style bake.

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Tuscan White Bean & Kale Pasta

Vibrant image of a rich Healthy Tuscan White Bean & Kale Christmas Pasta, full of kale and cherry tomatoes.
Vibrant image of a rich Healthy Tuscan White Bean & Kale Christmas Pasta, full of kale and cherry tomatoes. | dashnosh.com

"Healthy, hearty, and even better the next day. My kids cleaned their plates!" —VickyCooks

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Pizza Soup for Cozy Nights

Close-up of a steaming bowl of homemade Pizza Soup, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Close-up of a steaming bowl of homemade Pizza Soup, garnished with fresh basil leaves. | dashnosh.com

All your favorite pizza flavors—zesty sausage, melty mozzarella, and rich tomato broth—served soup-style for ultimate comfort.

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Baked Rigatoni with Sausage & Peppers

Comforting baked rigatoni with spicy sausage and colorful bell peppers, perfect for sharing.
Comforting baked rigatoni with spicy sausage and colorful bell peppers, perfect for sharing. | dashnosh.com

"The sauce was savory and the cheese so gooey! This rigatoni is pure comfort." —Janelle

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Baked Feta Chickpeas with Tomatoes

Baked Feta Chickpeas with Tomatoes
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Creamy feta melts into saucy roasted tomatoes and chickpeas—perfect with warm bread or tossed over pasta.

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Creamy Tomato Basil Lentils

Creamy Tomato Basil Lentils
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"I can't believe something this healthy tastes so rich. Perfect weeknight meal!" —Mike

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