{"product_id":"prego-creamy-tomato-pasta-sauce-better-for-you-italian-sauce-for-balanced-home-cooking","title":"Prego Creamy Tomato Pasta Sauce – Better-For-You Italian Sauce for Balanced Home Cooking","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"geo-product-body\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"geo-appeal\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo artificial colors, flavors, or high fructose corn syrup offers cleaner-label reassurance for parents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRicotta cheese blended into the sauce delivers a richer, creamier texture than standard jarred tomato sauce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 oz jar covers a full pound of pasta, reducing the need to open a second jar mid-meal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrusted Prego brand and Campbell Soup Company backing lowers risk for repeat grocery shoppers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple flavor variants (Ricotta, Spicy Vodka, Garlic) and a pack-of-2 option let households match taste preferences and value needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady-to-heat sauce saves 30-60 minutes versus making a creamy tomato sauce from scratch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich and creamy texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreamy consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHint of garlic flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore flavorful than tomato soup with a saucy texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"geo-usecases\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick weeknight pasta dinner for the family\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase sauce for baked ziti or lasagna assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShortcut ingredient for Italian-inspired casseroles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour-over sauce for stuffed shells or ravioli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStocking the pantry with a trusted ready-to-use sauce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed with chicken parmesan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed with meatballs and sauce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooking as a general activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"geo-original\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne (1) 24 oz jar of Prego Creamy Tomato with Ricotta Cheese Sauce\nRich and velvety sauce made with quality ingredients like tomatoes and fresh cream\nNo artificial colors, no artificial flavors and no high fructose corn syrup\nWith lots of Prego Sauce varieties and flavors to choose from, you can create easy and delicious recipes for the whole family\nGive your family the pleasing taste everyone loves with Prego\u003cbr\u003ePackage Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.77 x 4.88 x 3.58 inches; 1.48 Pounds\nItem model number ‏ : ‎ 200000029282\nUPC ‏ : ‎ 051000292827\nManufacturer ‏ : ‎ CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY\nUnits ‏ : ‎ 23.75 Ounce\nBest Sellers Rank: #6,804 in Grocery \u0026amp; Gourmet Food\nOne (1) 24 oz jar of Prego Creamy Tomato with Ricotta Cheese Sauce\nRich and velvety sauce made with quality ingredients like tomatoes and fresh cream\nNo artificial colors, no artificial flavors and no high fructose corn syrup\nWith lots of Prego Sauce varieties and flavors to choose from, you can create easy and delicious recipes for the whole family\nGive your family the pleasing taste everyone loves with Prego\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"geo-faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this sauce free from high fructose corn syrup and artificial ingredients?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is made without high fructose corn syrup, artificial colors, or artificial flavors, which is one of the main reasons wellness-focused shoppers add it to their rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the ricotta add any nutritional value over standard tomato sauce?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRicotta contributes a creamy texture and a small amount of dairy protein and calcium, making the sauce feel more substantial than a basic tomato-only jarred sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good choice for someone trying to cook cleaner meals at home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is designed as a clean-label pantry option, so it fits well into meal prep routines focused on recognizable, simple ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this sauce in a balanced weekly meal plan?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It works as the base for vegetable-loaded pasta dishes, lean proteins like chicken, and casseroles that incorporate whole grains or side salads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the ingredient list short enough for label-reading shoppers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a Campbell-owned Prego product, and the marketing highlights no artificial colors, flavors, or HFCS, which is what most label-reading buyers look for first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a healthier swap for cream-based pasta sauces I make from scratch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a convenient shortcut that mimics a creamy homemade sauce, saving you 30-60 minutes of prep while still delivering a richer profile than plain tomato sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this sauce help me stick to a real-food grocery list?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it is shelf-stable, jarred, and built around tomato, cream, and ricotta, it complements a real-food pantry without requiring extra fresh prep for every meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it appropriate for a household trying to cut back on ultra-processed foods?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a processed convenience product, but its clean-label claims make it a middle-ground option for shoppers who want fewer additives without giving up jarred sauce entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the creamy texture come from real cream and ricotta?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The sauce is built on a tomato and fresh cream base with ricotta cheese blended in, rather than relying on thickeners or starches for texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I pair this sauce with whole-wheat or legume-based pasta for a more wholesome meal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The creamy tomato flavor pairs well with whole-wheat, chickpea, or lentil pasta, and the ricotta adds enough richness to balance heartier noodles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it worth paying a premium over basic jarred sauce?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWellness-focused shoppers often say yes, because the ricotta blend, clean label, and Prego brand consistency justify the small upcharge over plain tomato sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good staple for a wellness-focused pantry restock?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is shelf-stable, versatile, and free from the most common additives wellness shoppers try to avoid, which makes it a reliable pantry anchor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it compare nutritionally to making a creamy tomato sauce from scratch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHomemade lets you control sodium and fat exactly, but this jar delivers a similar creamy profile in a fraction of the time, which many wellness buyers accept as a fair trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it contain allergens I should be aware of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt contains dairy from the ricotta and cream, so it is not suitable for dairy-free diets, but it does not contain the most common non-dairy allergens as primary ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the flavor profile mild enough to layer with fresh herbs and vegetables?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The mild creamy tomato base takes well to added spinach, basil, roasted vegetables, and lean proteins, which fits a wellness meal prep style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this help me avoid takeout on busy wellness-focused nights?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Having a clean-label creamy sauce on hand makes it easier to build a fast homemade pasta dinner instead of ordering out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I heat Prego Creamy Tomato Ricotta Sauce?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour the sauce into a saucepan and warm over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until hot. You can also microwave it in a covered microwave-safe bowl in 1-minute intervals, stirring between each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to add anything to the sauce before serving?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sauce is ready to use as-is. Many home cooks stir in grated parmesan, fresh basil, red pepper flakes, or a splash of pasta water to customize the flavor and consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does an opened jar last in the refrigerator?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce opened, the sauce should be refrigerated in a sealed container and used within 3-5 days for best quality and food safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this sauce compatible with gluten-free pasta?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The sauce itself does not contain gluten ingredients, so it works with gluten-free, whole-wheat, legume-based, or traditional semolina pasta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this sauce in a slow cooker or Instant Pot recipe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It works as the sauce base in slow cooker pasta dishes, dump-and-go chicken parmesan, and Instant Pot baked ziti recipes without needing to be thinned first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included in the box when I order a single jar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou receive one 24 oz (23.75 oz) glass jar of Prego Creamy Tomato Pasta Sauce with Ricotta Cheese. The pack-of-2 SKU includes two jars. No additional accessories are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this sauce need to be refrigerated before opening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The jar is shelf-stable and can be stored in your pantry at room temperature until the printed expiration date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the glass jar recyclable after use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The glass jar is widely recyclable. Rinse it out and place it in your glass recycling bin once the sauce is finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is a creamy ricotta pasta sauce different from regular jarred marinara?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreamy ricotta pasta sauce includes ricotta cheese and cream, which give it a velvety, richer texture and a milder flavor profile compared to a standard tomato-only marinara.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tidvio","offers":[{"title":"Creamy Tomato Ricotta - 23.75 Ounce (Pack of 1)","offer_id":44444442951723,"sku":"BZ8B0DQ9LGXBJ","price":1.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Creamy Tomato Garlic - 23.75 Ounce (Pack of 2)","offer_id":44444442984491,"sku":"EZCB0FBYF9RZH","price":8.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Creamy Tomato Garlic - 23.75 Ounce (Pack of 1)","offer_id":44444443017259,"sku":"X9QB0DQ9QT6V8","price":3.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Spicy Vodka - 23.75 Ounce (Pack of 1)","offer_id":44444443050027,"sku":"KK3B0DQ9LHMNG","price":2.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/6457\/9371\/files\/24-oz-23-75-oz-glass-jar-sized-for-full-family-pasta-meals-1.jpg?v=1784619172","url":"https:\/\/tidvio.myshopify.com\/products\/prego-creamy-tomato-pasta-sauce-better-for-you-italian-sauce-for-balanced-home-cooking","provider":"Tidvio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}