PASTA WITH TUNA, CAPERS, & TOMATOES

PASTA WITH TUNA, CAPERS, & TOMATOES image

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tin of anchovies in olive oil
1 TBSP of extra virgin olive oil (if needed)
2 garlic cloves - minced
1/4 tsp of red pepper flakes
1/8-1/4 cup of capers (drained)
1 (14 1/2 oz) can of diced tomatoes
1 can of tuna in water
Pasta: farfalle, spirals, or penne
Grated Parmesan

Steps:

1) Boil salted water for the pasta. Cook until al dente. 2) While pasta is cooking, heat anchovies w/reserved oil over low/med heat to prevent splattering and burning. And stir until the anchovies are somewhat "dissolved" in a deep skillet. Add more olive oil if needed. 3) Add minced garlic and stir for a minute or two without burning the garlic. 4) Add the can of tomatoes with the liquid, capers and red pepper flakes. 5) Bring to a simmer for 5 mins and add can of tuna. 6) Continue simmering (do not boil) breaking up the tuna a bit, to allow the flavors to meld. 7) Drain pasta and toss with sauce in skillet. Serve with sprinkled parmesan.