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Sardines in Tomato Sauce
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
Ready In: 15 Minutes
Servings: 2
Humble sardines are about grow in popularity: 1) they taste good- similar to tuna 2) they're a healthy seafood choice- rich in omega 3's and calcium, low in contaminants like methylmercury 3) they're eco-friendly- not overfished 4) they're really affordable. This is a simple dish that goes well with pasta, rice, or polenta. The fennel is subtle and gives it a little elegance.
Ingredients:
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1/4 teaspoon fennel seed
1 (5 1/2 ounce) can sardines in tomato sauce
1/4 cup frozen spinach or 1/4 cup greens
salt and pepper
Directions:
1. Heat olive oil in pan.
2. Add onion. Saute until clear.
3. Add garlic. Cook one minute.
4. Add tomatoes and fennel. Cook about 10 minutes, until tomatoes become a sauce and most of the liquid is evaporated.
5. Add frozen greens and sardines with their sauce. Cook a couple more minutes, until warmed through.
6. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Serve over pasta, rice, or polenta. It's even nice just with some good bread.
By RecipeOfHealth.com