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Puttanesca I

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"Named after the Italian ladies of the night, this sauce goes well with any type of spaghetti."
Puttanesca I Recipe
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This recipe has been rated 142 times with an average star rating of 4.7
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PREP TIME  25 Min
COOK TIME  15 Min
READY IN  40 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 8 ounces pasta
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chopped tomatoes, pushed through a sieve
  • 4 anchovy filets, rinsed and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 3 tablespoons capers
  • 20 Greek olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

DIRECTIONS

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over low heat; cook garlic in oil until golden. Add sieved tomatoes, and cook 5 minutes. Stir in anchovies, tomato paste, capers, olives, and red pepper flakes. Cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Toss pasta with sauce, and serve.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on aug. 10, 2006 by Heidi 
Made this last night and it was unbelievable. I used a 24 oz. can of crushed tomatoes. Put a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 16, 2003 by SPIKERDINK 
I made this recipe for a dinner party for 9 people. All of them raved about the sauce. I did... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 26, 2007 by JIMBOLYA 
Ay yo! This is a great puttanesca sauce!!! Took a break from the usual Sunday gravy and made... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 17, 2006 by Yetta 
This recipe has become one of my favorite dishes to serve for any occasion. I usually can't... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 14, 2003 by EWORTHY 
Excellent sauce and quite quick and easy. I used half pitted black olives and half pimento... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on apr. 7, 2008 by MELISSA_B 
This was delicious! I cut back just a smidge on the oil, used a ~15oz can of petite diced... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 16, 2003 by DAVEGATTI 
This recipe allows you to enjoy a puttanesca that is finer than any we've enjoyed at many top... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 14, 2008 by KOALAGIRL 
Outstanding! I saw this being made on a cooking show and had to make it since my husband and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 22, 2008 by dean p. 
This is as good as it gets, frankly. This is a WONDERFUL pasta dish to have in the weekly... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 16, 2003 by Jill 
This recipe is very flavorful, quick, easy cleanup, and uses ingredients that I keep onhand. ... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Puttanesca I

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 490

  • Total Fat: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 44mg
  • Sodium: 728mg
  • Total Carbs: 38.7g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 4.1g
  • Protein: 9.3g

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