The Lazy Vegetarian

Recipe: Quick Puttanesca Sauce

If you are tired of serving jarred spaghetti sauce on your pasta and want another quick option, try this!

1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes seasoned with garlic & onion

• Note: Of course you can also use plain diced tomatoes and either add a little onion and/or garlic or garlic powder and dried minced onions. Also, if you'd like a thicker sauce, try diced tomatoes in tomato sauce.

Heat over medium, and add the following items, to taste. (I use the larger amounts, but I thought I'd give a range for those who aren't the olive/caper fans that we are.)

5 - 10 sliced green olives (any variety)
5 - 10 sliced black olives (any variety)
1 - 2 Tbsp capers
1/4 - 1 tsp red pepper flakes

Once heated either serve over your pasta, or mix the pasta in first and then serve.

posted by Annie at 11:21 AM