Approx. 8-oz canned mackerel, in olive oil (including olive oil)
1-2 cloves garlic
1 large red bell pepper (or 2 medium-sized)
2 large handfuls grape or cherry tomatoes
Approx. 10 green olives, pitted
1 handful parsley
Salt and pepper (to taste)
Optional toppings: freshly grated Parmigianno regianno, crushed red chilli peppers, freshly squeezed lemon
Heat a pot of water to boil (for pasta). Mince garlic. Chop bell pepper, tomatoes, olives, and parsley. Set aside. Once water has boiled, add spaghetti and cook according to package directions. Heat a large pan over medium-high heat. Add can of mackerel, WITH the olive oil that comes in the can. Add garlic and sauté for a couple minutes. Next, add chopped bell peppers, tomatoes, and olives. Sauté for approx. 10 minutes until veggies are tender, adding salt and pepper for taste. Once pasta is done, remove from heat and drain. Add drained pasta to the pan of veggies and cook for about 1 minute. Remove pan from heat and stir in chopped parsley. Serve pasta and top with freshly grated parm, a sprinkle of red chilli flakes, and/or a squeeze of lemon. Adjust salt/pepper as needed. Enjoy hot!