Spaghetti in Red Sauce with Mixed Olives 🍝🍅

Description

Simple, Italian, comfort food! This recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights when you want something delicious and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. It’s a classic spaghetti dish with a flavorful red sauce, briny olives, and the freshness of basil leaves. Plus, it makes excellent leftovers for a tasty lunch the next day!

Overview

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Cuisine: European
• Difficulty: Easy
• Keywords: Quick, < 30 Mins, Easy

Ingredients

• 1 package (about 16 ounces) spaghetti
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 1/4 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 3/4 cup mixed olives, pitted and sliced
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Boil the Pasta

1. 🌊 Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat.

Step 2: Cook the Spaghetti

2. 🍝 Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically about 8 to 10 minutes.

Step 3: Prepare the Sauce

3. 🥣 In a large sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4: Add Flavor

4. 🌶️ Add the sliced olives and red pepper flakes to the pan. Sauté for about 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 5: Simmer the Sauce

5. 🍅 Reduce the heat to low and pour in the tomato sauce. Let the sauce simmer gently for approximately 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6: Combine Pasta and Sauce

6. 🍝 Once the pasta is cooked, drain it in a colander, reserving about 1/4 cup of the pasta water.

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7. 🍝 Add the drained pasta directly to the pan with the sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is thoroughly coated in the sauce.

Step 7: Adjust the Consistency

8. 🍲 If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8: Serve and Garnish

9. 🍴 Transfer the spaghetti with red sauce to a large serving bowl.

10. 🧀 Sprinkle generously with grated Parmesan cheese 🧀 and scatter torn fresh basil leaves over the top for a burst of freshness.

11. 🍽️ Serve immediately, and enjoy this delightful Italian comfort food with your loved ones!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: 708.3
• Total Fat: 23.9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 11mg
• Sodium: 1526.8mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 102.7g
  • Dietary Fiber: 8.3g
  • Sugars: 10g
• Protein: 22.8g

Notes

• 🍴 This spaghetti in red sauce with mixed olives is a versatile dish. Feel free to add in extra vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach for an added nutritional boost.

• 🧀 If you’re not a fan of olives, you can swap them out for capers or sundried tomatoes for a different Mediterranean twist.

• 🍅 For a heartier meal, consider adding cooked Italian sausage or grilled chicken pieces to the sauce.

• 🌿 Don’t forget to garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or oregano if you have them on hand for an extra pop of flavor.

This recipe is a celebration of simple ingredients coming together to create a dish that is both comforting and satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want something quick and delicious on the table in no time! Enjoy the flavors of Italy with this easy spaghetti in red sauce with mixed olives recipe. Bon appétit! 🍝🌿