Ingredients for Pasta With Canned Sardine Sauce
- 1 (4.25 ounce) can of sardines, drained
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can of whole peeled plum tomatoes, undrained
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus optional drizzle for garnish)
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste), 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 pound pasta
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
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How to Make Pasta With Canned Sardine Sauce
- Boil 1 pound of pasta according to package directions.
- While the pasta boils, prepare the sauce: In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add one (4.25 ounce) can of sardines, drained, to the saucepan. Gently crush the sardines with a fork until they break down into smaller pieces.
- Add one (14.5 ounce) can of whole peeled plum tomatoes, undrained, to the sauce. Crush the tomatoes roughly with a spoon or spatula.
- Stir in 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (or to taste), 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano, and salt and black pepper to taste.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
- Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or a drizzle of olive oil (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
13 g
Sugar
20g
Fat
22g
Carbs
30g