Sunday, April 6, 2008

Pasta with Tomatoes, Artichokes + Olives

Quick, easy + delicious.


2t olive oil

1 medium onion – chopped finely

2 cloves garlic – crushed

¼ cup dry white wine – or substitute any wine

2 cans tomatoes in juice

2T tomato paste

½ t sugar

½ cup black olives

390g can artichoke hearts – drained and quartered

2T fresh basil leaves – finely sliced (or just use dried)

Spiral pasta for 4 people

1/3 cup grated edam or flaked parmesan cheese


Cook pasta while making the sauce.

Sauté onion + garlic in olive oil until onion is soft, but not browned.

Add wine, tomatoes, tomato paste + sugar, + simmer uncovered 15 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Add olives, artichoke hearts and basil, + stir until hot.

Toss pasta through ½ the sauce, dollop the remaining sauce on top and sprinkle with cheese.