Spicy Tomato Sauce/ Arrabbiata

Total Time: 45 mins Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 40 mins

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 4 -6 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley or 1/4 cup basil

Recipe

• 1 if using diced or whole tomatoes, briefly blend them in a food processor or blender.
• 2 heat oil in a large frying pan or a sauce pan. add garlic and hot peppers. cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
• 3 add tomatoes and salt. bring to a boil, then turn sauce down to simmer. simmer for 30-40 minutes uncovered until it thickens. stir occasionally.
• 4 add parsley or basil. serve over any pasta.