Sardinian pasta with Mutti Finely Chopped Tomatoes, olives and ricotta salata: a quick Mediterranean dish with chili, garlic and oregano.
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Cook pasta according to package directions, reserving ¼ cup pasta cooking water; drain.
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Place olive oil, chili flakes, and garlic in a large high-sided skillet over medium heat. Cook until garlic begins to sizzle and turn slightly golden, 3-4 minutes. Add onion and cook until translucent, 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add olives, Mutti® Finely Chopped Tomatoes and reserved pasta cooking water. Simmer until slightly thickened, 4-5 minutes. Stir in cooked pasta, salt, and pepper.
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Serve the sardinian pasta in shallow bowls garnished with ricotta salata and oregano.
This Sardinian pasta celebrates bold Mediterranean flavors with a simple combination of tomatoes, olives and cheese. Mutti Finely Chopped Tomatoes create a vibrant sauce, while olives add a savory note and chili flakes provide gentle heat. A generous finishing touch of ricotta salata, a firm salted ricotta traditionally used in Southern Italian cooking, adds a distinctive salty contrast, complemented by fragrant oregano.
For flavorful pasta with olives and tomatoes, gently heat the garlic and chili in olive oil until aromatic, taking care not to let the garlic burn. Adding a little reserved pasta water to the Mutti Finely Chopped Tomatoes helps the sauce come together and cling beautifully to the pasta. Toss everything in the skillet before serving so the flavors are evenly distributed. Finish your Sardinian-style pasta with grated or crumbled ricotta salata and oregano for a simple dish with plenty of Mediterranean character.
