Spicy Sardine Penne

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Pinch of chilli flakes
  • 2 sliced garlic cloves
  • 400g tin of chopped tomatoes
  • 300g penne pasta
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 x 120g tins of sardines in tomato sauce
  • 80g halved black olives
  • 10g basil leaves, to serve
  • Fry the chilli flakes in the oil for a few seconds, then stir in the garlic and cook for a minute or so. Tip in the tomatoes and simmer for 15 mins or until thickened and saucy.
  • Meanwhile, cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and reserve a splash of the cooking water. Stir the vinegar into the sauce, tip in the tinned sardines and olives, stir in the drained pasta and loosen a little bit with the cooking water. Season, toss together, scatter with basil and serve.
15 mins
4 serving