PASTA PUTTANESCA
There are almost as many explanations for the origins of pasta puttanesca as there are ways to make it. Ostensibly a sauce invented and made by prostitutes, it was designed to lure customers with its powerful aroma. Whatever the origin, no better cold-weather pasta sauce has come down to us. Puttanesca can be made completely with ingredients from the larder; in fact, it can be prepared entirely without ingredients that require refrigeration, though a bit of a fresh herb at the end does help. The basis is a garlicky tomato sauce; canned tomatoes are preferable here. This is brought to a high level of flavor by the addition of anchovies, capers and olives. Red pepper flakes make things even better. The whole process is ridiculously easy.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, pastas, appetizer, main course
Time 30m
Yield 3 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring pot of water to boil and salt it. Warm 2 tablespoons oil with garlic and anchovies in skillet over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until garlic is lightly golden.
- Drain tomatoes and crush with fork or hands. Add to skillet, with some salt and pepper. Raise heat to medium-high and cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes break down and mixture becomes saucy, about 10 minutes. Stir in olives, capers and red pepper flakes, and continue to simmer.
- Cook pasta, stirring occasionally, until it is tender but not mushy. Drain quickly and toss with sauce and remaining tablespoon of oil. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary, garnish with herbs if you like, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 384, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 539 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams
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Kerry Keene
[email protected]I'm not sure about the anchovies, but I'm willing to try it.
Shahida Hussain
[email protected]I'm going to share this recipe with my friends.
Nalwoga Angelina
[email protected]This dish looks amazing!
Ephesians Elijah
[email protected]I can't wait to try this!
Ellamuanela Osei Tutu
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper!
Rizwan Ahmad
[email protected]I'm making this for dinner tonight!
Fazal Wadood
[email protected]Yum!
Areeba Haroon
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for pasta puttanesca. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Ellie May
[email protected]I love that this dish is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.
Sagardiwana Official
[email protected]The sauce for this pasta is incredible. It's so flavorful and rich, and it coats the pasta perfectly.
Austin Ball
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me. I was able to make a delicious pasta puttanesca in under 30 minutes.
Vincent Ngoveni
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the bold flavors and the pasta was cooked perfectly al dente.
Aisawri Khumira
[email protected]Pasta puttanesca is a dish that is bursting with flavor. The combination of salty capers, tangy olives, and savory anchovies creates a sauce that is both umami-rich and addictive.