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Pasta Puttanesca

This it is a quick dish to make and the ingredients are very affordable.

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4

1 pound dry spaghetti

3 tablespoons olive oil

1 garlic clove, minced

2 anchovies, finely sliced

¼ cup olives, pitted and sliced

2 tablespoons capers

¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

1 pinch dried chili pepper flakes

1 28-ounce can whole, peeled tomatoes

Salt to taste

  • Cook 1 pound of spaghetti according to package directions. Place a skillet over low heat. Once it is warm, add the oil and the garlic. Cook garlic for 1 minute before adding the anchovies. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring continually. The anchovies should begin to dissolve. Add the olives, capers, parsley, and pepper flakes and toss to combine.

  • Pour in tomatoes and gently chop apart while stirring constantly. Let the mixture come to a boil and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook uncovered for about 15 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent sticking. Taste before seasoning with salt, and pour over the pasta.

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