Best 8 Pasta With A Anchovy Spinach And Pine Nut Sauce Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Pasta with Anchovy, Spinach, and Pine Nut Sauce. This symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Our comprehensive guide provides three enticing variations to suit every palate.

For those seeking a classic taste, our original Pasta with Anchovy, Spinach, and Pine Nut Sauce is a timeless delight. Savor the harmonious blend of salty anchovies, earthy spinach, and nutty pine nuts, all enveloped in a rich and flavorful sauce.

If you prefer a vegetarian option, our Anchovy-Free Spinach and Pine Nut Sauce is the perfect choice. This vibrant sauce captures the essence of spinach and pine nuts, delivering a burst of freshness and a delightful crunch.

And for those who enjoy a touch of spice, our Spicy Anchovy, Spinach, and Pine Nut Sauce is sure to ignite your senses. A carefully balanced blend of chili flakes and cayenne pepper adds a subtle heat that complements the other ingredients beautifully.

Each variation of this dish offers a unique culinary experience, ensuring that there's something for everyone to savor. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a delightful culinary adventure.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ANCHOVIES IN TOMATO SAUCE WITH PASTA



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Provided by Jamie Oliver

Categories     Fish     Nut     Pasta     Tomato     Valentine's Day

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

olive oil
4 cloves of garlic, peeled and very finely sliced
2 big handfuls of pine nuts
A big handful of raisins
12 salted anchovy fillets
3 heaping tablespoons tomato purée
a large wineglass of red wine
1 3/4 cups stale bread crumbs
1 pound dried margherita pasta

Steps:

  • Heat a pan, add 6 tablespoons of olive oil, then add your garlic and fry slowly. As it begins to color, add the pine nuts, raisins, and anchovies and continue frying for 2 minutes, until the anchovies have melted. Add the tomato purée and the wine and stir in well. Leave to simmer on a medium heat for 3 minutes. The sauce should be quite thick, like tomato sauce, but if you think it needs thinning down, add a little water. Heat a little olive oil in a separate pan, add the bread crumbs and fry until toasted, crunchy, and golden. Leave to cool on paper towels. Meanwhile, cook your pasta in boiling salted water according to the package instructions. Drain and mix with the sauce. Check the seasoning and divide onto 4 plates, twizzling the pasta with tongs as you go. Serve sprinkled with the bread crumbs.

SPINACH AND PINE NUT PASTA



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This is very good. Similar to a lot of other dishes we've tried, but this one has more flavor. The cheese is the best part, so use lots!

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Greek

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces spiral shaped pasta
1/2 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 onion, halved and sliced
3 large mushrooms, sliced
8 ounces spinach
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
6 tablespoons dry white wine
salt and pepper
parmesan cheese, shavings (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta in a saucepan of boiling salted water. Drain well.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large saucepan and sauté the garlic and onion for 1 minute.
  • Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 2 more minutes.
  • Add the spinach and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the spinach has wilted.
  • Stir in the pine nuts and wine, season with salt and pepper. Cook for 1 more minute.
  • Transfer the pasta to a serving bowl and toss with the sauce. Garnish with shavings of Parmesan cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527.1, Fat 31.1, SaturatedFat 4.2, Sodium 51.4, Carbohydrate 49.6, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 3.1, Protein 10.5

PASTA WITH ANCHOVIES AND SPINACH



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Provided by Jill Santopietro

Categories     pastas, side dish

Time 20m

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

Salt
1 pound penne rigate
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup (about 10 ounces) frozen spinach, drained and finely chopped
6 or 7 anchovy fillets, rinsed and patted dry

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, stir and cook until tender but still firm to the tooth, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook until it just starts to brown. Add the spinach and anchovies, lower the heat to medium, and mash the anchovies with a fork until they disappear into the spinach. Remove from the heat.
  • Set aside about 1 cup pasta water and drain the pasta. Return the spinach to high heat and add the pasta. Toss to combine. Add a few tablespoons pasta water to loosen. Taste, and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 408, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 58 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 326 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

SPINACH AND PINE NUTS WITH PENNE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounce penne pasta
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 garlic clove, minced
1 pound spinach (washed and trimmed)
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup currants soaked in port wine

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add penne and boil for 10 minutes or according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a heavy 12-inch skillet heat butter and olive oil until foamy. Add pine nuts and saute, stirring continuously until they turn golden. Add garlic and saute for a minute to release the aroma. Add spinach in two batches if you must and toss together just until wilted. Season with salt and pepper. Add a tablespoon or so of water to get spinach steaming. Drain pasta and serve in bowl. Toss with wilted spinach and garnish with port soaked currants.

PASTA WITH A ANCHOVY, SPINACH AND PINE NUT SAUCE



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This recipe actually originated from a collaboration between my girlfriend (who lives in Italy) and myself one night. She was visiting, and after spending the day at the beach we were starving. Well, other than a few pantry items, a couple of slices of a baguette, 1 fresh tomato and not much else this was the end result. We came up with this amazing angel hair pasta, frozen spinach, pine nuts (yes, I always have them in the freezer), of course some parmesan, and lastly anchovies (yes, I keep those too, I add them to many sauces). Well we made this pasta which was great, grilled the baguette and broiled the tomato slices with nothing more than a little balsamic, olive oil, s/p and fresh basil. Dinner was amazing and so was this pasta. Now this is a light pasta dish, but has so much flavor. I actually like to serve this as a side dish sometimes if you don't want to serve it as a main dish. It is great as a side with grilled fish like, Halibut, Cod, Tilapia or even grilled scallops. I like use a lemon, olive oil, salt and pepper marinade for the seafood to keep it simple which goes well with the pasta. Give it a try, I know you will really enjoy it. I never really liked anchovies until I tried them toasted or sauteed - they get nutty and sweet. This is literally a 20 minute great dish and serves 4 for a pretty good price. As I said, some fresh tomatoes, grilled bread and dinner in a hurry for family or friends.

Provided by SarasotaCook

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4 Plate Servings, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (10 ounce) boxes frozen leaf spinach (thawed and squeezed)
1 (1 lb) box angel hair pasta (you could also use thin spaghetti is you want)
4 teaspoons minced garlic
1 large shallot, thin sliced
8 anchovy fillets, chopped (canned)
5 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted (3 crushed, 2 whole)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
4 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter (no margarine)
grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Spinach -- Just thaw and squeeze dry and set to the side. It will take only a couple of minutes to heat up in the sauce.
  • Pasta -- Again, takes just minutes for Angel Hair pasta to cook so make sure you sauce is done or at least started. This dish only takes minutes.
  • For the pasta cook according to directions - a large pot of salted water. when done, drain and set to the side to keep warm.
  • Sauce -- In a large saute pan, add the oil and and bring to a medium high heat. Add the pine nuts and toast until golden brown. They will only take a minute and stir often. Remove to a paper towel to let them drain. Then add the garlic and shallot and cook two minutes until they start to get golden brown, add the anchovies and cook another minute. Add the spinach breaking it up as you add it to the pan along with the butter and cook 2-3 minutes.
  • Pine Nuts -- I take about 1/2 or a little less and break them up a bit. You can just use the back of a fork or you can put them in a baggie and just hit them with the bottom of a pan or bowl to slightly crush them. You just want to break them up a bit.
  • Finishing -- Pasta should be done and drained. Simply add the pasta to the sauce pan along with the pine nuts, lemon juice and zest and toss well.
  • Garnish with fresh grated parmesan. Literally a 20 minute dish and absolutely delish! And if you think you didn't like anchovies, you will.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 753.6, Fat 32.7, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 29.7, Sodium 483, Carbohydrate 94, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 4.4, Protein 24.1

PASTA WITH 15-MINUTE GARLIC, OIL, AND ANCHOVY SAUCE



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This version of aglio e olio (garlic and oil) sauce includes anchovies, red pepper flakes, and freshly toasted breadcrumbs, which add great flavor and a little crunch.

Provided by Mindy Fox

Categories     Pasta     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Parmesan     Anchovy     Small Plates

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound spaghettini or spaghetti
Kosher salt
4 oil-packed flat anchovy fillets
6 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs) or coarse fresh breadcrumbs
Freshly ground black pepper
Freshly grated Parmesan (for serving)

Steps:

  • Cook spaghettini in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain, reserving 3 Tbsp. pasta cooking liquid.
  • Meanwhile, cook anchovies, garlic, red pepper flakes, 1 cup oil, and a pinch of salt in a large skillet over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until anchovies dissolve and garlic is tender, 6-7 minutes (do not brown). Stir in parsley, then remove from heat.
  • While anchovy sauce is cooking, heat remaining 3 Tbsp. oil in a small skillet over medium. Add panko and cook, stirring often, until golden, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then transfer to paper towels to cool.
  • Return pasta to pot. Stir in reserved pasta cooking liquid, then anchovy sauce and half of the panko mixture. Cook over medium, stirring constantly, until heated through, 1-2 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with Parmesan and remaining panko mixture.

SPAGHETTI WITH FENNEL, ANCHOVIES, CURRANTS, PINE NUTS & CAPERS



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Knock up a no-hassle family supper in under 30 minutes. This spaghetti dish with fennel, anchovies, currants, pine nuts and capers is salty, sweet and simple

Provided by Diana Henry

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Pasta, Supper

Time 25m

Yield Serves 4-5

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 fennel bulbs
400g spaghetti
50ml extra virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves , finely sliced
100g jar anchovy fillets in olive oil, roughly chopped
½tsp dried chilli flakes
70g currants , soaked in boiling water for 5 mins and drained
2 ½ tbsp capers , rinsed
1 small pack flat-leaf parsley , leaves picked and finely chopped
75g pine nuts , toasted
good squeeze of lemon juice

Steps:

  • Quarter the fennel bulbs. Remove the coarse outer leaves and trim the tips (cut off and reserve any fronds). Remove and discard the core from each quarter, then chop the rest of the fennel.
  • Cook the spaghetti in a pan of boiling, lightly salted water. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large frying pan. Sauté the fennel until soft, then add the garlic and cook gently until pale gold. Add the anchovies, press with a wooden spoon, then add the chilli. When the anchovies fall apart, toss in the currants, capers, parsley and most of the pine nuts.
  • Drain the pasta and immediately add it to the frying pan. Add the lemon juice and season to taste. Toss together, then serve straight from the pan or transfer to a large warm serving bowl. Scatter over the remaining pine nuts and any fennel fronds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 579 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 73 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 17 grams protein, Sodium 2.1 milligram of sodium

FASTEST PASTA WITH SPINACH SAUCE



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The very best pasta is often the simplest. Jack Bishop, the author of "The Complete Vegetarian Cookbook," has refined his technique for pasta and vegetable sauce to breathtaking efficiency: He cooks the greens with the pasta and adds the seasonings at the last minute. While the pasta is cooking, Mr. Bishop prepares the seasonings. Allow at least a gallon of water to a pound of pasta, because you need a large pot to accommodate the greens and because, if there is too little water, the addition of the greens will slow the cooking too rapidly.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 25m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 clove garlic
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste (optional)
About 15 calamata or other olives, pitted and roughly chopped
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 pound long pasta, like linguine
1 pound spinach, washed, tough stems removed, roughly chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and salt it. Meanwhile, mince the garlic as finely as possible and combine it in the bottom of a warm bowl with the red pepper flakes, olives and olive oil.
  • Place the pasta in the pot, and cook until it is nearly done (test it for doneness by tasting). Plunge the spinach into the water, and cook until it wilts, less than a minute. Drain quickly, allowing some water to cling to the pasta, and toss pasta and spinach in the bowl with the garlic and olive mixture. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 613, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 90 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 598 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh anchovies for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh anchovies, you can use canned anchovies, but be sure to rinse them well before using.
  • Don't overcook the spinach. Spinach cooks very quickly, so be careful not to let it wilt too much. You want it to retain its bright green color and crisp texture.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. The olive oil you use will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish, so be sure to use a good quality extra virgin olive oil.
  • Season the sauce to taste. The amount of salt and pepper you add will depend on your personal preference, so be sure to taste the sauce before serving and adjust the seasonings accordingly.
  • Serve the pasta with grated Parmesan cheese. Parmesan cheese is a classic pairing for pasta, and it adds a delicious nutty flavor to the dish.

Conclusion:

This pasta with anchovy, spinach, and pine nut sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of salty anchovies, earthy spinach, and crunchy pine nuts creates a flavorful sauce that is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve this pasta with a side salad and a glass of white wine for a complete meal.

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