Aysha Puttanesca Recipe

Name: Aysha Puttanesca
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 oz anchovies in olive oil (undrained); 1 cup kalamata olives (roughly chopped); 1/2 cup capers (drained); 4 cloves Garlic (chopped); 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 2 (28 oz) cans whole peeled tomatoes (preferably San Marzano); 1 tsp Oregano; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 lb Campanelle Pasta; 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped)

Servings: persons

1
add the anchovies, anchovy oil, olives, capers, garlic, and olive oil to a medium pot and sizzle over medium heat for a few minutes
2
Add the tomatoes, oregano, and pepper.
3
Mash the tomatoes using a potato masher in the pot.
4
simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally
5
Bring a pot of salted water to boil, and cook the pasta to al-dente.
6
Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water, and drain the rest of the pasta
7
Add the pasta back to the pot, and add the reserved pasta water.
8
place over low heat and stir in approximately 2 cups of the sauce, and all but a tablespoon of parsley.
9
Simmer to finish cooking the pasta and to thicken the sauce.
10
Serve in a bowl, with an extra 1/2 cup of sauce poured on top, followed by a sprinkling of parsley and parmesan

896

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 oz anchovies in olive oil (undrained), 1 cup kalamata olives (roughly chopped), 1/2 cup capers (drained), 4 cloves Garlic (chopped), and more.

Yes, Aysha Puttanesca falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Aysha Puttanesca

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