Fast and Fabulous - Garlic, Sun-Dried Tomato and Olive Oil Spaghetti

It's a busy time of year and personally, I can't believe December crept up on us soooo fast! We are fortunate enough to have avoided the ice storms and snowy weather that has plagued so many people across the northern hemisphere. Don't hate me...can't help it we are having unseasonably warm weather here!

This brings me to the theme at I ♥ Cooking Club for this week. Fast and Fabulous - a good theme and plan for those busy evenings when you need supper on the table pronto. A hot bowl of pasta is always great.

I prepared Garlic, Chilli Sun-Dried Tomato and Olive Oil Spaghetti.



I don't know why I didn't think of having a "tiny wine" with my meal before. Perfect amount for a light meal. I missed having my husband home to share supper and when he's gone, I never think to open an entire bottle of wine as I usually have one glass (when he's away). These small bottles are great for that purpose.

Anyway, it was very good! I had to reheat it as my son called just as I was hauling everything outside. Could have said I will call you back but, it's always good to talk to him. The devil dogs (Shibas) did not wish to join me for dinner on the patio. Probably still looking for Doug.

My version of Garlic, Chilli and Olive Oil Spaghetti

Cooked the pasta, a breeze since I actually had some on hand that was cooked. Careful use of leftovers means saving money. I just had to shock it in boiling water.

In my small cast iron skillet I heated good quality olive oil then sautéed sliced garlic with sun-dried tomatoes. The chillis would be too tough on my tender stomach so I substituted something red and something I like. A little bit of parsley and a little bit of mozzarella cheese and I was ready for a bowl meal. Even if I had to cook the pasta this would be on the table in under 20 minutes.

Here is the original recipe...... From Donna Hay's Modern Classics 1




Next week is Fill the Tins at I*Heart*Cooking*Club - Come join us for cookies and treats!!