Pros
- Exceptional fresh-like flavor and low acidity
- Single ingredient: just high-quality tomatoes
- Intense taste develops quickly in recipes
- Superior to many grocery store brands
- Nutrient-dense with absorbable lycopene
Cons
- Some shipments arrive dented or leaking
- High seed content may bother some users
Jersey Fresh Fattoria Fresca Crushed Tomatoes deliver the essence of New Jersey's world-famous tomatoes in convenient 28oz cans, sold in a pack of 12. Ideal for home cooks, sauce makers, and Italian cuisine enthusiasts seeking authentic flavor without imported prices, these are made exclusively from locally grown tomatoes in Swedesboro and Vineland, NJ.
Standout features include zero citric acid, sugar, water, puree, or concentrate, ensuring a pure tomato taste kettle-cooked in old-world style. Reviews rave about the intense, fresh-like flavor perfect for marinara, pizza sauce, chili, and stews, often outperforming pricier brands with quick flavor development and balanced sweetness minus excess acidity. Tomatoes provide natural antioxidants, vitamins A and C, plus lycopene boosted by cooking.
Build quality shines through peak-ripeness packing and simple processing, yielding robust texture suitable for various dishes. While cans are sturdy, occasional shipping damage like dents or leaks has been noted, and the high seed count suits rustic sauces but may require straining for smoother results.
Minor drawbacks aside, these crushed tomatoes earn high praise for superior taste and versatility. Verdict: A top choice for anyone prioritizing fresh, additive-free quality in canned tomatoes.
Product Dimensions: 16.25 x 12 x 4.75 inches; 1.56 Pounds
Item Model Number: 61802501
Manufacturer: B&G Foods
ASIN: B00F9TCIL6
Units: 336.0 Ounce
Best Sellers Rank: #46,610 in Grocery & Gourmet Food; #10 in Canned & Jarred Crushed Tomatoes