10 Anchovy Fillets
2 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
3 Garlic Cloves [large, minced]
2 Tbs Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 28 oz can Diced Tomatoes [in their juices]
3 Tbs Capers [in brine, drained]
1/2 cup Kalamata Olives [pitted, rinsed + halved]
2 tsp Oregano [dried]
1/4 cup Italian Parsley [fresh, flat leaf, chopped]
1/2 cup Basil [fresh, chopped, several small leaves reserved for garnish]
1 lb Penne Pasta [dried]
Cook pasta until al dente in salted boiling water. Meanwhile, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic, anchovies + crushed red pepper. Saute for several minutes until anchovies begin to break up. Add tomatoes + capers and simmer for 5 minutes. Add oregano + olives and simmer for 5+ minutes more. Stir in herbs just before serving. Serve over hot pasta + garnish with whole basil leaves.
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