Fusilli As Made by Ladies of the Evening Recipe

Name: Fusilli As Made by Ladies of the Evening
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for pasta pot; 1 pound fusilli; 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 6 garlic cloves, sliced; 1/4 teaspoon peperoncino flakes; 28-ounce can Italian plum tomatoes, preferably San Marzano, crushed by hand; 5-ounce can Italian tuna in olive oil, drained; 1 cup pitted olives, a mix of black oil-cured and green, halved; 1/3 cup drained tiny capers in brine; 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley; 1/2 cup grated Grana Padano or Parmigiano-Reggiano

Servings: persons

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for pasta pot
1 pound fusilli
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 garlic cloves, sliced
1/4 teaspoon peperoncino flakes
28-ounce can Italian plum tomatoes, preferably San Marzano, crushed by hand
5-ounce can Italian tuna in olive oil, drained
1 cup pitted olives, a mix of black oil-cured and green, halved
1/3 cup drained tiny capers in brine
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
1/2 cup grated Grana Padano or Parmigiano-Reggiano

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil for pasta.
2
When the sauce is about halfway done, stir the pasta into the boiling water.
3
Heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4
Toss in the garlic, and cook until it sizzles and is just golden around the edges, about 2 minutes.
5
Add peperoncino, let toast a minute, then add the tomatoes.
6
Slosh out the tomato can with 1 cup pasta water, add it to the skillet, and stir.
7
Season with the 1/2 teaspoon salt.
8
Stir in the tuna and olives, bring the sauce to a simmer, and cook until thickened, about 10 minutes.
9
Add the capers and parsley, and simmer a few minutes more.
10
When pasta is al dente, transfer the pasta to the sauce with tongs.
11
Cook and toss the pasta in the sauce until all of the pasta is coated.
12
Drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, and toss again.
13
Remove from heat, and toss with the grated cheese.
14
Serve immediately.

2234

kcal

Calories

211

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for pasta pot, 1 pound fusilli, 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 6 garlic cloves, sliced, and more.

Yes, Fusilli As Made by Ladies of the Evening falls under the Seafood 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.

Fusilli As Made by Ladies of the Evening

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