IDEA: If you make your own pasta, tomato�granules add a lovely flavor as well as color. OFF-SEASON: when fresh tomatoes aren't very flavorful. Sprinkle it on pizza, bread or salads for flavor enhancement. USE: dried tomato can be used to thicken sauces, stews and gumbos.� Also, can be used as a replacement for sun-dried tomatoes, or paste and works great to thicken sauces. OTHER USE: dried tomato is one of the most versatile, useful dehydrated food products. Enhance the flavor of many dishes including sprinkling on grocery store tomatoes to add an extra kick. This is a secret ingredient in spice blends BBQ sauces, breads, pizza sauce, use this when you want a tomato punch.