Ingredients

  • 8 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 1/2 c. chopped onion
  • 1 tsp. finely chopped garlic
  • 2 c. chicken stock
  • 1/3 c. grated Parmesan
  • 3 (28 oz.) cans Italian tomatoes, well drained and chopped
  • 1 lb. rigatoni, cooked 8 to 10 minutes
  • 2 Tbsp. crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 2 tsp. dried basil, crushed
  • 1/4 c. parsley flakes
  • 1/3 c. sliced black olives

Method

  • Lightly saute onion and garlic in 5 tablespoons olive oil. Add tomatoes, red pepper, black pepper, basil and 1 teaspoon salt. Add stock and bring to a low boil.
  • Cook 40 minutes.
  • Drain pasta.
  • Toss with 3 tablespoons olive oil.
  • Add tomato sauce; toss. Add grated Monterey Jack cheese; toss.
  • Pour into large baking dish (greased). Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Arrange sliced olives on top. Bake at 350° until bubbly (25 to 30 minutes). Remove from oven and sprinkle with parsley flakes.