9 Fisherman's Grotto Spaghetti and Crab

Source: 9 Fisherman's Grotto, San Francisco, California

1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
1 teaspoon chopped celery
1 cup tomato sauce
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 pound fresh or canned crab meat
1/2 teaspoon chopped onion
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
1 cup solid pack tomatoes
1/4 cup sherry
2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 cups water
1 pound spaghetti

Sauté onions, celery, garlic and parsley in oil until golden brown. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, water and seasonings. Simmer for 1 hour.

Add crab meat and wine and simmer a few minutes.

Cook spaghetti. Drain, but do not wash. Add to sauce. Mix well. Pour onto a platter, and sprinkle with grated cheese.

Serve immediately.

Serves 5 or 6.

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