Orecchiette with Tomato and Green Olives

Our little chef Lucia prepared a delicious dish of Tomato Orecchiette and decorated it with green olives!

Enjoy your meal!

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Cook the orecchiette: Bring a pan of salted water to the boil and cook the orecchiette following the times indicated on the package, until they are al dente.
Prepare the sauce: In a large pan, heat the extra virgin olive oil and add the crushed garlic cloves. Brown them over medium heat until golden brown, then remove them.
Cook the tomatoes: Add the peeled tomatoes to the pan, mashing them lightly with a fork. Let the sauce cook over medium heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Add the orecchiette: Drain the orecchiette and transfer them to the pan with the tomato sauce. Mix well to combine the ingredients.
Add the olives: Cut the green olives into slices and add them to the pasta. Mix again.
Garnish and serve: Plate the orecchiette with tomato sauce, garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve hot.