Mediterranean Sardine Pasta

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fusilli pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, open the cans of sardines and drain the excess oil, reserving a little for cooking.

3. 3

   In a large skillet, heat the reserved sardine oil over medium heat. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until they start to soften, about 3-4 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the sardines to the skillet, breaking them up gently with a spoon. Stir in the capers and chili flakes, cooking for another 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.

7. 7

   Serve the Mediterranean Sardine Pasta warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.