PASTA WITH ANCHOVIES AND TOMATOES

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Provided by Barbara Wichman Nowak

Categories     Fish     Pasta     Tomato     Quick & Easy     Vinegar     Basil     Prosciutto     Capers     Simmer     Gourmet     Tennessee

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound bowtie-shaped pasta (farfalle)
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
a 2-ounce can flat anchovy fillets, drained and minced
a 28- to 32-ounce can tomatoes, drained, reserving juice, and chopped
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons drained capers, chopped
2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil or parsley leaves (wash and dry before chopping), or to taste
Accompaniment: freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • In a 6-quart kettle bring 5 quarts salted water to a boil for pasta.
  • In a large skillet cook onion and garlic in oil over moderately low heat, stirring, until onion is softened. Add anchovies and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add tomatoes with reserved juice, vinegar, and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Add capers, prosciutto, basil or parsley, and salt and pepper to taste and keep warm.
  • Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente and drain in a colander. In a large bowl toss pasta with sauce and serve with Parmesan.

Arun chaudhary
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Fahim Piash
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover anchovies. I always have a few cans of anchovies in my pantry, so this recipe is a great way to use them up.


ANDY OMOREGIE
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I'm always looking for new pasta recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's a simple dish, but it's packed with flavor.


Ahmadullah Haidari
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This pasta dish is a great way to impress your friends. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen.


V Eka
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I love the combination of flavors in this pasta dish. The anchovies, capers, and olives all work together to create a really unique and delicious taste.


Amin Dawar
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's a healthy and delicious way to get your veggies in.


Prem Subedi
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I'm not a big fan of anchovies, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm glad I did! The anchovies didn't overpower the other flavors in the dish. I would definitely make this again.


Huska Husni
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. I always have a bunch of tomatoes in my fridge, so this recipe is a lifesaver.


Constanza Bustos
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I made this pasta for a dinner party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Bhagbat Ray
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This is one of my go-to pasta recipes. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the salty, briny flavor of the anchovies and capers.


Darren Northall
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I was a bit apprehensive about using anchovies, but I'm so glad I did! They really add a depth of flavor to the sauce. I served this pasta with a side of crusty bread and it was perfect.


Mulenga Daka
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This recipe is a keeper! I love the simplicity of the ingredients and the big flavor they create. I've already made it twice and it's become a favorite in our house.


Basirat Akeju
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I made this pasta last night and it was a hit with my family! The sauce was so flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Heather Azarvand
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This pasta dish is a delightful blend of flavors. The anchovies add a savory umami taste, while the tomatoes provide a vibrant sweetness. The capers add a briny tang, and the olives bring a salty richness. Overall, it's a well-balanced and satisfying