PASTA WITH SPICY TOMATO- OLIVE SAUCE

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Tossed in a tomato-based sauce that garners its heat from crushed red-pepper flakes and chipotle chiles. from Prevention.com

Provided by BakinBaby

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon chipotle chile
1/2 cup green olives, roughly chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
salt
1/2 lb medium pasta shell
1/3 cup basil (fresh chopped)
1/4 cup parsley
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy skillet over medium heat, warm the oil. Add the garlic, crushed red pepper, and chipotle chiles. Cook, stirring, for 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Stir in the olives and tomatoes (with their juice). Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 10 minutes, or until lightly thickened. Season to taste with salt.
  • 2.Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and transfer to the skillet. Add the basil, parsley, and lemon juice, and toss to mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 272.7, Carbohydrate 48.4, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 4.5, Protein 8.9

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