Spaghetti with Tomatoes and Olives

Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group

• Makes 6 to 8 servings

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1½ pounds fresh ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped (about 3 cups)
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ⅛ tsp ground red pepper
• ½ cup pitted brine cured black olives coarsely chopped
• 2 tbsp capers
• salt and pepper
• 1 pkg. thin spaghetti (16 oz)
• grated Parmesan cheese

Procedures

1. Heat olive oil and garlic in large skillet over low heat until garlic begins to sizzle.
2. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano and red pepper; simmer, uncovered, until sauce is thickened, about 15 minutes.
3. Add olives, capers and salt and pepper to taste.
4. Toss spaghetti with sauce.
5. Sprinkle with cheese before serving.