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Pasta Puttanesca

Pasta Puttanesca is a robust Italian dish featuring a savory sauce made with tomatoes, olives, capers, and garlic, delivering a delightful burst of flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 28 ounces
  • 1 cup black olives pitted and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons capers rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add the can of diced tomatoes, olives, capers, red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
  3. Simmer the sauce for about 10-12 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly, adding reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6g

Notes

Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less red pepper flakes. This dish pairs well with a side salad and crusty bread.

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