In a small mixing bowl, whisk the tomato paste with 1⁄2 cup (120 ml) water and set aside.

Homegrown tomatoes are one of the garden’s greatest gifts. And for those of us who make and preserve our own tomato sauce and soup, paste tomatoes are particularly special. Also known as ...

Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, water and seasonings. Simmer slowly until sauced starts to show thickening. In a 9-by-13-inch baking pan alternate layers as follows: sauce, cooked lasagna noodles, ...