Penne Puttanesca Recipe
Penne in tomato sauce with capers, olives and anchovies
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Anchovies
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chopped anchovies, capers, and black olives. Add red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- 4
Simmer the Sauce
Let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked penne to the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- 6
Serve
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
