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Spicy Pasta With Capers and Olives Recipe

Spicy Pasta With Capers and Olives Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 oz anchovy fillets
1 small yellow onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 (28 oz) cans whole italian plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped (drained )
4 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup dry white wine
4 tbsp capers, drained ( whole or coarsely chopped , as desired)
10 -15 kalamata olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
6 fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes ( as desired)
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
1 lb spaghetti or 1 lb linguine or 1 lb vermicelli or 1 lb penne rigate or 1 lb fusilli
freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese

Directions:

Heat large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add oil.
When oil is hot, add the anchovies.
Mash the anchovies in the olive oil and sauté for 45 seconds.
Add the onion and sauté for 2 minutes, until tender.
Add the garlic and sauté for another 2 minutes.
Add the seeded, chopped tomatoes, tomato paste and wine.
Bring to a boil and boil for 2 minutes.
Reduce heat to medium and add capers, olives, basil, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper.
Simmer, uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
Taste for seasoning and adjust spices accordingly.
Cook the pasta according to package directions.
Drain pasta and toss with sauce.
(If sauce gets a little too thick, spoon in a little water from the pot you are cooking the pasta in).
Sprinkle with grated cheese.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	311.06 Kcal (1302 kJ)
Calories from fat	66.38 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	7.38g	11%
Cholesterol	3.19mg	1%
Sodium	274.25mg	11%
Potassium	287.43mg	6%
Total Carbs	46.99g	16%
Sugars	3.19g	13%
Dietary Fiber	2.45g	10%
Protein	9.11g	18%
Vitamin C	3.9mg	6%
Iron	2.2mg	12%
Calcium	33.2mg	3%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	233.26 Kcal (977 kJ)
Calories from fat	49.78 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.53g	11%
Cholesterol	2.39mg	1%
Sodium	205.66mg	11%
Potassium	215.54mg	6%
Total Carbs	35.24g	16%
Sugars	2.39g	13%
Dietary Fiber	1.84g	10%
Protein	6.83g	18%
Vitamin C	2.9mg	6%
Iron	1.7mg	12%
Calcium	24.9mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

salty
savory
bitter
sweet

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