PASTA PUTTANESCA

prep time:: 20 min .
total time:: 40 min .

Makes 4-6 servings

ingredients

1/4 cup capers, drained
1 cup pitted kalamata olives, halved
1 lb shrimp, peeled
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes with added puree
6 garlic cloves, chopped
1 (2-ounce) can anchovies, drained, oil reserved, chopped
1 lb linguine
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves, for garnish
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

directions

In a large pot, cook pasta in boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally with a spoon. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat the reserved oil from anchovies over medium-high heat. Add chopped anchovies, saute until aroma is released. Add garlic and saute 1 minute. Add tomatoes, shrimp, olives, capers, and dried crushed red pepper. Simmer over medium heat until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. To the skillet add drained pasta and toss in anchovy mixture to coat, garnish with parsley. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Source: Sam