Mutti Crushed Tomatoes (Polpa) is a 14 oz can of Italian tomatoes crushed to a texture between smooth puree and chunky diced tomatoes, naturally vegan and gluten-free. It is available as a Single can or in Pack of 3 and Pack of 6, shipped fast from New Jersey.
Mutti Polpa Crushed Tomatoes: Body and Texture for Hearty Sauces
- Crushed tomato texture — a mix of small pieces and puree that gives sauces body without needing a blender
- Naturally vegan and gluten-free — made only from tomatoes, tomato juice, and salt with no animal or gluten ingredients
- No added preservatives — a short ingredient list without artificial additives
- 14 oz can — a standard can size for everyday pasta sauce and soup recipes
- Holds up in long simmers — the crushed pieces keep some texture even after 30 minutes or more on the stove
- Pack options — Single, Pack of 3, and Pack of 6 for stocking the pantry
How to Use
Simmer the can with olive oil, garlic, and onion for a rustic pasta sauce, or add it to soups, stews, chili, and braises where you want body without pureeing. The crushed texture also works well spooned over pizza dough as a base sauce. Store an unopened can in a cool, dry pantry, and refrigerate any leftover contents in a sealed container, using them within 3 to 5 days.
About Mutti
Mutti has grown and canned Italian tomatoes since 1899, and the family-run company is still based in Parma, in Italy's tomato-growing region. Mutti tomatoes are grown from seed under contract with Italian farmers and canned close to harvest to lock in flavor, and the brand is one of the best-known tomato brands in Italy and across Europe. Browse more pantry staples in our Canned & Packaged Food collection. Learn more at mutti-parma.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Mutti Crushed Tomatoes (Polpa) contain allergens?
Mutti Crushed Tomatoes are made from tomatoes, tomato juice, and salt, and tomatoes are not one of the major food allergens tracked on US labels. The can's ingredient list does not include milk, egg, soy, wheat, or nuts, but anyone with a specific sensitivity should read the printed label before cooking with it, since details can change between production runs.
How long does opened Mutti Polpa keep in the refrigerator?
Once opened, move any unused Polpa into a sealed, non-metal container and refrigerate it, using it within 3 to 5 days for the best flavor and texture. An unopened can stores well in a cool, dry pantry until the best-by date printed on the can. Do not leave leftover tomatoes sitting in the open can.
Are Mutti Polpa tomatoes good for pizza sauce?
Polpa works as a simple pizza sauce base once simmered down briefly with olive oil and salt, giving a slightly rustic, fresh tomato character. For a completely smooth pizza sauce with no visible pieces, a strained tomato puree is the more traditional choice, but many home cooks use Polpa successfully for a heartier crust topping.
Is Mutti Crushed Tomatoes (Polpa) imported from Italy?
Yes. Mutti is based in Parma, Italy, and grows and cans its tomatoes there before shipping to the US and Canada. This 14 oz can is the same Polpa recipe sold across Italy and Europe, made from vine-ripened Italian tomatoes rather than a US-market reformulation.