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    Spaghetti alla Puttanesca


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    List of Ingredients




    3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
    1 large onion, chopped
    1 green bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped
    2 cloves garlic, minced
    1 (28-ounce) can crushed or diced tomatoes
    1 (2-ounce) can anchovies, drained and chopped
    16 green or black olives, sliced
    1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and drained
    1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves or 2 teaspoons dried basil
    1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
    Fresh ground pepper and salt to taste
    1 (16-ounce) package spaghetti pasta

    Recipe



    In a large frying pan over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil until hot. Add the onion and green pepper; sauté for 3 to 5 minutes or until soft. Add garlic and sauté another 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes and anchovies; simmer an additional 10 minutes. Stir in olives, capers, basil, red pepper flakes, pepper, and salt; simmer for an additional 20 minutes.

    While the sauce is cooking, prepare the pasta according to package directions; drain and return to pan to keep warm. Pour the sauce over it, tossing to coat. Transfer onto individual serving bowls.

    Makes 4 to 6 servings.


 

 

 


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