Chapter 61

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What follows is the actual recipe used in the story, included here for your enjoyment.

Matt diLorenzo’s Mama’s Spaghetti

1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

1 tsp. lemon pepper

1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

3 cloves garlic, diced

2 bell peppers, thinly sliced

1 large onion, chopped

1 cup chicken broth

28 oz. can crushed tomatoes

1 tsp. tomato paste

1 tsp. sugar

1 lb. pasta (spaghetti or linguine works best)

salt and pepper to taste

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. In a separate pot, boil water for the pasta.

2. When the oil is hot enough, add lemon pepper, red pepper flakes, garlic, bell peppers, and onion; cook, stirring frequently, until pepper and onions are tender (6 minutes or so).

3. Pour in chicken broth and crushed tomatoes. Add tomato paste and sugar; turn heat to HIGH. Cook the pasta according to the package directions.