Ingredients

The following ingredients have 2 Servings
  • 2 cups crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1-3 teaspoons red pepper flakes (, optional depending on how spicy you want it)
  • drizzle oil for sautéing (, or broth if oil free)
  • 1/2 cup chopped parsley (, save 2 tablespoons for garnish)
  • 1/4 cup chopped kalamata olives
  • 1 tablespoon capers
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 8 ounces penne pasta (, gluten-free if needed or other shape of choice)
  • Vegan Parmesan Cheese (, optional for serving)

Instruction

  • Add tomatoes, garlic, red pepper and salt with oil or broth into a pan and simmer 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Stir in olives, capers, thyme and all but 2 tablespoons parsley (save for garnish).
  • Cook 1 more minute or until thoroughly heated.
  • Cook pasta according to directions on the box.
  • Add pasta to the hot sauce and toss.
  • Garnish with parsley and top with Parmesan if desired and serve!