1868 A. Gouffé tr. J. Gouffé ii. v. 399 (heading) Fillet steaks with tomato purée.
1977 B. Pym vii. 64 Tomato purée, stuffed vine leaves..and tapioca pudding.
2006 Jan. 76/3 Tomato purée is a great way to intensify the flavour of pasta or pizza sauces and casseroles.