Tomato Passata with Basil

Passata di Pomodoro con Basilico – The Fragrant Essence of the Italian Summer.

The perfect combination of sun-ripened tomatoes and fresh basil. As soon as you open the bottle, this passata smells of the Italian sun; it has the classic flavour of a traditional sugo.

At Kelvini, Italian Artisan, we love ingredients that have already done the ‘thinking’ for you. This passata is the ultimate example of this. The farmers at Sole e Sapori have not only selected their very best tomatoes, but have also added fresh basil right at the start of the process. The result? A sauce that doesn’t just taste of tomatoes, but captures the full aromatic experience of Italian cuisine.

Basil is a delicate plant; the trick is to preserve its flavour and aroma whilst preparing it. Because Sole e Sapori uses the authentic method, you can taste the herb’s full flavour as if the basil had only just been chopped. It’s the ultimate time-saver for your pasta dishes, without giving you the impression that you’re using a ‘ready-made’ product. It’s pure, it’s aromatic, and it bridges the gap between a simple sauce and a dish with a story behind it.

Why we have chosen this Passata with basil:

• The perfect balance: The herbaceous freshness of basil brings out the natural sweetness of the tomato.

• Aroma: As soon as the sauce starts to heat up in the pan, your kitchen fills with that typical Mediterranean aroma.

• Ready in no time: the ideal base for a quick, flavourful pasta dish. You no longer need to worry about balancing the seasoning yourself.

• Kelvini’s Choice: An artisanal product that shows respect for the ingredients and the traditional Italian recipe.

Specifications:

• Selected by: Kelvini, Italian Artisan

• Contents: 700g

• Product: Classic tomato passata with fresh basil

• Country of origin: Italy (Sole e Sapori)

• Storage instructions: Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, keep refrigerated (for up to 3 days).

The Kelvini Tip: Use this sauce to make a ‘Pasta al Pomodoro e Basilico’ that’s absolutely brilliant. Cook your favourite pasta (preferably a thicker variety such as rigatoni or spaghetti), heat this sauce briefly (don’t boil it, just warm it up!) and stir the pasta straight into it. Finish with a generous drizzle of our finest extra virgin olive oil and some freshly grated Pecorino Romano. That’s all you need for a meal that feels like it belongs in an Italian village square.