How to Make Spaghetti alla Puttanesca - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spaghetti alla Puttanesca is a classic Italian pasta dish that is beloved for its bold and robust flavors. This dish is said to have originated in the coastal city of Naples, and it has since become a staple in Italian cuisine. The name "Puttanesca" is derived from the Italian word for a certain profession, leading to some colorful myths and legends about the origins of the dish.

What sets Spaghetti alla Puttanesca apart from other pasta dishes is its pungent and flavorful sauce. The ...

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Ingredients

  • 3 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
  • ⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 white onion, diced
  • 1 bunch fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 1 tablespoon anchovy paste
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • ⅛ teaspoon baking soda
  • salt to taste
  • 3 (6 ounce) cans pitted black olives, chopped
  • 1 cup balsamic capers, drained
  • 1 bunch parsley leaves, chopped
  • 3 (16 ounce) packages spaghetti
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Combine tomatoes, olive oil, onion, basil, anchovy paste, garlic, oregano, baking soda, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer; reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors blend, 1 to 2 hours. Add olives, capers, and parsley during the last 20 to 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  • Divide spaghetti among serving bowls; ladle sauce over noodles and sprinkle red pepper flakes on top.
  • Nutrition

    626 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 1mg
    • Sodium: 1184mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 97g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 29mg
    • Calcium: 162mg
    • Iron: 9mg
    • Potassium: 705mg