The Big Dipper: Simple Marinara Dipping Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon anchovy paste, optional but recommended
• 1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley
• 1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• Salt and pepper

Directions

Heat a small pot over medium heat. Add extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, pepper flakes and anchovy paste. Cook 2 minutes. Add parsley, tomatoes, salt and pepper. Stir sauce, bring to a bubble and simmer 5 minutes over low heat then place in small bowl and serve.