Capellini with Capers and Olives Recipe

Name: Capellini with Capers and Olives
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 medium tomatoes; 1 Tbs. olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 cup sliced roasted red peppers; 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced; 2 Tbs. capers, drained; ⅓ cup finely chopped fresh basil, plus more for garnish; 2 tsp. salt; 12 oz. dry capellini (angle hair); grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Bring large pot of water to a boil.
2
Peel, seed and dice tomatoes, saving juice.
3
Set aside in medium bowl.
4
In medium saucepan, heat oil over medium heat.
5
Add garlic and cook, stirring often, 30 seconds.
6
Add tomatoes with reserved juice and simmer 10 minutes.
7
Add red peppers, olives and capers, and simmer 15 minutes more.
8
Add basil during last 5 minutes of cooking.
9
When water boils, add salt and pasta, stirring to prevent sticking.
10
Cook until just tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.
11
Drain well and transfer to shallow serving bowl.
12
Spoon tomato mixture over capellini and toss briefly.
13
Garnish with thinly sliced basil and cheese.
14
Serve hot.

266

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* 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: 8 medium tomatoes, 1 Tbs. olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1/2 cup sliced roasted red peppers, and more.

Yes, Capellini with Capers and Olives falls under the General 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.

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Capellini with Capers and Olives

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Variations & substitutions

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