Pasta de Sardine (Sardine Pasta)

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Spaghetti - 500 grams (about 1 pound)
2. Sardines in tomato sauce - 2 cans (each can is about 200 grams or 7 ounces)
3. Extra virgin olive oil - 3 tablespoons
4. Garlic - 3 cloves, crushed
5. Fresh basil - 10 leaves, chopped
6. Salt and pepper - to taste
7. Freshly ground black pepper - to taste
8. Parmesan cheese - optional, for serving

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 15 minutes
• Cooking: 30 minutes
• Total: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add salt.
2. Add spaghetti and cook until tender, but still firm to the bite.
3. Meanwhile, in a large frying pan, heat the olive oil and add the crushed garlic.
4. When the garlic starts to sizzle, add the sardines with their tomato sauce from the cans. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
5. Simmer for about 10 minutes to let the flavors blend.
6. When the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the frying pan with the sardine mixture. Toss gently to combine.
7. Stir in the chopped fresh basil.
8. Serve immediately with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutritional Information: (Based on the ingredients provided, without parmesan cheese)

• Calories: about 500 calories per serving (assuming 8 equal portions)
• Fat: 18 grams
• Carbohydrates: 65 grams
• Protein: 20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• This dish is a creative fusion of Italian and American flavors, with the use of sardines and spaghetti.
• The dish has a rich, tomato-based sauce that pairs well with the texture of the pasta.
• It is hearty and flavorful, making it a great choice for a main course or a meal with friends.

User Comments:

1. "This was an interesting dish! The sardines added a unique flavor to the pasta."
2. "I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. It was delicious and easy to make."
3. "This pasta was so tasty! The basil added a fresh note to the dish."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use fresh ingredients like basil for maximum flavor.
• Adjust seasoning according to taste, as everyone's preference for salt and pepper may differ.
• If you don't like sardines, you can substitute with another type of fish or seafood in tomato sauce.