Ingredients

3/4 pound spaghetti

1/4 ounce dried mushrooms,

crushed by hand

1 cup chicken broth

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

1 cup chopped onions

2 cloves garlic, diced

1/4 cup dry red wine

1 cup sun-dried tomatoes,

soaked in oil, drained and chopped

3 teaspoons tomato paste

Pinch dried red chili flakes

salt and pepper, to taste

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Grated cheese, if desired

Preparation

Cook spaghetti according to package directions In a small bowl, combine mushrooms and broth and set aside for 30 minutes. In a large skillet. combine olive oil, onions and garlic. coook on medium for 4 to5 minutes. Add wine, tomatoes, tomato paste, red chile flakes, salt, pepper and mushroom mixture. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes. drain cooked spaghetti, reserving 1/4 cup of cooking water. Add spaghetti and reserved cooking water to skillet, stir to combine. Cook mixture wntil it thickens, Sprinkle with parsley and grated cheese. If desired. Serve immediately.