Impress your valentine with the super simple recipe for pasta that tastes complicated. Make this for your Valentine’s Date and serve by candlelight!

Impress Your Honey Pasta

• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• Olive oil, for sauteing
• 1 Can diced tomatoes, with Italian spices if you can find it
• 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 Can artichoke hearts, again marinated in spices if you can find it, drained and chopped
• 1 Can black olives, sliced
• 1/2 Teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes, or more if you like it spicy
• Pasta of Choice, cooked as suggested

1. On medium heat, saute a tablespoon of olive oil and garlic for two minutes. Avoid browning the garlic.
2. Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and seasoning.  Bring to a simmer.
3. Add artichokes and olives and stir until combined. Remove from heat.
4. Toss pasta with sauce or top pasta with sauce.
5. Break out your good china and serve with crusty rosemary bread and a glass of your favorite wine.

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