Simple Supper 1

 Spaghetti with Squid and Tomato Sauce



 

 

Passata in the pan

Sometimes simple really is better. At its heart, Italian food is among the simplest on the planet and there are some amazing dishes that can be put together in minutes. This recipe is perfect for when you have little time but still want a delicious, home cooked meal. I prefer to make the Tomato Sauce in bulk and keep it in the fridge instead of making a little at a time.

 

Squid

I always had trouble making a tasty Tomato Sauce until I read Paolo Tullio's technique, adding the Oil and Garlic right at the end gives it a great flavour kick. I normally add some torn Basil at the end too but I didn't want the Basil flavour in this dish. Enjoy!



Tomato Sauce

 

Serves 2

For Tomato Sauce:

*500g Tomato Passata

*1 Garlic Clove (minced)

*4 tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil

*Sea Salt and Pepper



Squid, Frying

For the dish:

*1 tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil

*125g Squid (thinly sliced)

*6 tbsp Tomato Sauce

*250g Dried Spaghetti

*Sea Salt, Pepper and Chilli Flakes

*Freshly Grated Parmesan (to serve)



Squid in Tomato Sauce

1. Make the Tomato Sauce by heating the Passata over medium heat and let reduce by half. Add Salt, Pepper, Oil and Garlic and stir well to combine.

2. Cook the Spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain, reserving some of the cooking water.

3. Meanwhile, fry the Squid in the Oil with some Salt, Pepper and Chilli Flakes for approximately two minutes until just cooked. Add the Tomato Sauce (6tbsp) and stir well before adding the cooked Spaghetti and about 5tbsp of the pasta cooking water.

4. Serve with a sprinkling of freshly grated Parmesan Cheese and a drizzle of Extra-Virgin Olive Oil.