Black olives with tomatoes & capers over pa

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1tablespoonOlive oil
3mediumsGarlic cloves, chopped fine
1smallOnion, coarsely chopped (3oz
1canSalt-free whole tomatoes (16-ounce)
1cupPitted black olives, medium, drained and broken up
3tablespoonsCapers, drained & rinsed
1tablespoonBalsamic or good quality red wine vinegar
1tablespoonDouble-concentrate tomato paste
2teaspoonsSugar
½teaspoonDried oregano
Cooked pasta of your choice

Directions

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil with the garlic and onion over moderate heat. When they sizzle, add the tomatoes, breaking them up with your hands. Then stir in the remaining ingredients. Simmer the sauce until it is thick but still slightly liquid, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve over cooked pasta.