Fusilli With Sauteed Green Olives and Bread Crumbs

Name: Fusilli With Sauteed Green Olives and Bread Crumbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; ½ cup dry breadcrumbs; sea salt; 1 pinch sugar; 4 anchovies packed in oil, coarsely chopped; 12 fresh red pepperoncini pepper, minced (with seeds for more heat); 1 (35 ounce) can plum tomatoes, finely chopped, with juice; 4 garlic cloves, very thinly sliced; 2 teaspoons fresh marjoram, chopped; ½ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1 lb fusilli; 1 cup pitted green olives; 2 tablespoons dry vermouth

Servings: persons

7 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
½ cup dry breadcrumbs
sea salt
1 pinch sugar
4 anchovies packed in oil, coarsely chopped
12 fresh red pepperoncini pepper, minced (with seeds for more heat)
1 (35 ounce) can plum tomatoes, finely chopped, with juice
4 garlic cloves, very thinly sliced
2 teaspoons fresh marjoram, chopped
½ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 lb fusilli
1 cup pitted green olives
2 tablespoons dry vermouth

1
Cook fusilli until al dente in salted water (cook as per the directions on your package, but it is usually 8-10 minutes).
2
While pasta is cooking, heat 2 T olive oil in a large skillet for a few seconds and add the bread crumbs, salt and sugar and saute until lightly golden.
3
Transfer to a bowl.
4
Heat 3 T of olive oil in the skillet on medium and add the garlic, anchovies and chili.
5
Saute for 1-2 minutes.
6
Add the tomatoes and salt to taste.
7
Simmer until slightly thickened.
8
Turn off heat and add herbs (marjoram and parsley)
9
In another skillet heat 2 T of olive oil, add olives and saute about 2 minutes.
10
Add vermouth, let it bubble slightly.
11
Add olives/vermouth to the tomato sauce.
12
Drain the fusilli and add it to the skillet with the sauce.
13
Heat for 1-2 minutes to blend flavors.
14
Serve with a generous drizzle of olive oil and sauteed bread crumbs on top.

1515

kcal

Calories

127

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling, ½ cup dry breadcrumbs, sea salt, 1 pinch sugar, and more.

Yes, Fusilli With Sauteed Green Olives and Bread Crumbs falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!